Digapada - Remuna, Balasore
Digapada is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 14 km from Baleshwar. Chaskhand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digapada is 392663. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 756027 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Digapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digapada
According to the 2011 Census, Digapada village had a total population of 264 people, including 130 males and 134 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.32%, with male literacy at 70.00% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 130 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 53 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Digapada
Digapada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digapada
Digapada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Digapada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Digapada is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Digapada is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digapada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Digapada
Where is Digapada located?
Digapada village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Digapada is Chaskhand.
What is the pincode of Digapada?
The pincode of Digapada is 756027.
What is the population of Digapada?
Digapada had a total population of 264, including 130 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Digapada?
Digapada had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digapada was 63.32%. Male literacy was 70.00% and female literacy was 57.14%.