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
As per Census 2011, Digapada village has a total population of 264 people, consisting of 130 males and 134 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digapada are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 264, including 130 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Digapada?
There are 67 households in Digapada.
What is the literacy rate in Digapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digapada is 54.92%. Male literacy is 59.23% and female literacy is 50.75%.