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
As per Census 2011, Digi village has a total population of 21 people, consisting of 12 males and 9 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 750 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 4 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| 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 has a total population of 21, including 12 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Digi?
There are 4 households in Digi.
What is the literacy rate in Digi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digi is 80.95%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 77.78%.