Digarisol - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj
Digarisol is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 61 km from Jharpokharia and around 61 km from Baripada. Joka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digarisol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digarisol is 387853. The village covers a total geographical area of 177 hectares and falls under the 757093 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Digarisol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digarisol
As per Census 2011, Digarisol village has a total population of 450 people, consisting of 212 males and 238 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,122 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 197 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digarisol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 450 | 212 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 133 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 105 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 107 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Digarisol
Digarisol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baliajoka | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Jerki | South | 1.39 km |
| Jodajam | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Sankhabhanga | West | 2.45 km |
| Bhadua Samil Bachhuribandh | South | 2.53 km |
| Joka | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Mahespur | North | 3.07 km |
| Tilow | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Hill -2 | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Ambadiha | South-East | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digarisol
Public transport in the Digarisol is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bangriposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Digarisol is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Digarisol is about 61 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 Digarisol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digarisol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digarisol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digarisol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digarisol
Where is Digarisol located?
Digarisol village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digarisol?
The Gram Panchayat of Digarisol is Joka.
What is the pincode of Digarisol?
The pincode of Digarisol is 757093.
What is the population of Digarisol?
Digarisol has a total population of 450, including 212 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Digarisol?
There are 122 households in Digarisol.
What is the literacy rate in Digarisol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digarisol is 43.78%. Male literacy is 49.53% and female literacy is 38.66%.