Dighitentuli - Khaira, Balasore
Dighitentuli is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Khaira and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Dangarpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighitentuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighitentuli is 393432. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dighitentuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighitentuli
As per Census 2011, Dighitentuli village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 223 males and 245 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 1,098 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighitentuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 223 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 181 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 42 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Dighitentuli
Dighitentuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghabpur | North-West | 0.61 km |
| Mahulagadia | North | 0.87 km |
| Dagarpada | East | 1.47 km |
| Purastampur | East | 1.50 km |
| Srirampur | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Sanabahadalpur | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Aghirapada | North | 2.01 km |
| Jaipur | South | 2.03 km |
| Chakmadhusudanpur | East | 2.06 km |
| Balipur | South-East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighitentuli
Dighitentuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Dighitentuli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dighitentuli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighitentuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighitentuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dighitentuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighitentuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dighitentuli
Where is Dighitentuli located?
Dighitentuli village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighitentuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighitentuli is Dangarpada.
What is the pincode of Dighitentuli?
The pincode of Dighitentuli is 756049.
What is the population of Dighitentuli?
Dighitentuli has a total population of 468, including 223 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Dighitentuli?
There are 105 households in Dighitentuli.
What is the literacy rate in Dighitentuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighitentuli is 76.92%. Male literacy is 81.17% and female literacy is 73.06%.