Digi - Buguda, Ganjam
Digi is a village situated in the Buguda tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Buguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Manitara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digi is 410360. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Buguda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Digi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digi
According to the 2011 Census, Digi village had a total population of 21 people, including 12 males and 9 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.47%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Digi
Digi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandarai | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Bhogoda | West | 2.88 km |
| Nuapalli | North | 3.00 km |
| Manitara | West | 3.16 km |
| Takarada | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Nimapalli | East | 3.56 km |
| Karadapalli | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Nagudu | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Belaguma | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Matajhari | South-East | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Digi. The nearest railway station is Balugaon, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Buguda to Digi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Digi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digi 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 Digi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digi
Where is Digi located?
Digi village is located in Buguda Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Digi?
The Gram Panchayat of Digi is Manitara.
What is the pincode of Digi?
The pincode of Digi is 761118.
What is the population of Digi?
Digi had a total population of 21, including 12 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Digi?
Digi had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digi was 89.47%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.78%.