Digipadi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Digipadi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digipadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digipadi is 416608. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Digipadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digipadi
As per Census 2011, Digipadi village has a total population of 81 people, consisting of 42 males and 39 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digipadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 17 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Digipadi
Digipadi 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 Digipadi
Digipadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Digipadi is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Digipadi is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digipadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digipadi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digipadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digipadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Digipadi
Where is Digipadi located?
Digipadi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digipadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Digipadi is Barakhama.
What is the pincode of Digipadi?
The pincode of Digipadi is 762110.
What is the population of Digipadi?
Digipadi has a total population of 81, including 42 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Digipadi?
There are 22 households in Digipadi.
What is the literacy rate in Digipadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digipadi is 48.15%. Male literacy is 59.52% and female literacy is 35.90%.