Dighalo - Nimapada, Puri
Dighalo is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Terundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighalo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighalo is 409093. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dighalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighalo
According to the 2011 Census, Dighalo village had a total population of 1,680 people, including 860 males and 820 females, living in 369 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.60%, with male literacy at 86.61% and female literacy at 74.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 182.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,680 | 860 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 98 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 93 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,217 | 660 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 200 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Dighalo
Dighalo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musunapur | East | 0.90 km |
| Bamadeipur | West | 0.90 km |
| Terabatiabindha | South | 1.07 km |
| Jageswarpur | North | 1.54 km |
| Terundia | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Jirikana | South-East | 1.59 km |
| Arisandha | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Gadatusinha | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Rajarasi | East | 2.20 km |
| Saroda | South-East | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighalo
Dighalo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.7 km.
| 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 Nimapada to Dighalo is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dighalo is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighalo 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dighalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighalo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dighalo
Where is Dighalo located?
Dighalo village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dighalo?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighalo is Terundia.
What is the pincode of Dighalo?
The pincode of Dighalo is 752106.
What is the population of Dighalo?
Dighalo had a total population of 1,680, including 860 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Dighalo?
Dighalo had 369 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighalo was 80.60%. Male literacy was 86.61% and female literacy was 74.47%.