Digapadajaganathapur - Kodala, Ganjam
Digapadajaganathapur is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Digapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digapadajaganathapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digapadajaganathapur is 411753. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 761032 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Digapadajaganathapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digapadajaganathapur
As per Census 2011, Digapadajaganathapur village has a total population of 851 people, consisting of 429 males and 422 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 590 literate and 261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digapadajaganathapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 851 | 429 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 590 | 322 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 107 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Digapadajaganathapur
Digapadajaganathapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhamanakholamadhusudanpur | West | 0.68 km |
| Rengitipalli | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Phasi | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Mathasarasingi | North-West | 1.92 km |
| Satanala | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Chingudighai | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Mathaberhampur | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Lathuliraghunathpur | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Bilipada | South | 3.40 km |
| Ranipada | East | 4.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digapadajaganathapur
Digapadajaganathapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rambha, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Digapadajaganathapur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Digapadajaganathapur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digapadajaganathapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digapadajaganathapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Digapadajaganathapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digapadajaganathapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Digapadajaganathapur
Where is Digapadajaganathapur located?
Digapadajaganathapur village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digapadajaganathapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Digapadajaganathapur is Digapada.
What is the pincode of Digapadajaganathapur?
The pincode of Digapadajaganathapur is 761032.
What is the population of Digapadajaganathapur?
Digapadajaganathapur has a total population of 851, including 429 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Digapadajaganathapur?
There are 169 households in Digapadajaganathapur.
What is the literacy rate in Digapadajaganathapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digapadajaganathapur is 69.33%. Male literacy is 75.06% and female literacy is 63.51%.