Digugabadar - Pottangi, Koraput
Digugabadar is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Nuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digugabadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digugabadar is 430027. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Digugabadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digugabadar
As per Census 2011, Digugabadar village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 106 males and 122 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digugabadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 106 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 106 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 100 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Digugabadar
Digugabadar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pilikabitra | South | 1.97 km |
| Siura | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Bitra | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Nuagam | West | 2.90 km |
| Totavalsa | South-East | 3.37 km |
| Telrai | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Podapadar | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Metabehera | South | 3.65 km |
| Walagan(olagaon) | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Podalguda(padalguda) | South-West | 5.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digugabadar
Digugabadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shimiliaguda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.1 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 Jeypur to Digugabadar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Digugabadar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digugabadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digugabadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Digugabadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digugabadar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Digugabadar
Where is Digugabadar located?
Digugabadar village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digugabadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Digugabadar is Nuagaon.
What is the pincode of Digugabadar?
The pincode of Digugabadar is 764039.
What is the population of Digugabadar?
Digugabadar has a total population of 228, including 106 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Digugabadar?
There are 48 households in Digugabadar.
What is the literacy rate in Digugabadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digugabadar is 3.07%. Male literacy is 5.66% and female literacy is 0.82%.