Didigajharan - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Didigajharan is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Lephiripara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didigajharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didigajharan is 383680. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Didigajharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Didigajharan
According to the 2011 Census, Didigajharan village had a total population of 471 people, including 234 males and 237 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.94%, with male literacy at 83.50% and female literacy at 66.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 358.
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 | 471 | 234 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 177 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 172 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 62 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Didigajharan
Didigajharan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suarijore | West | 1.70 km |
| Badgaonmal | South | 2.13 km |
| Panduripani | East | 2.17 km |
| Kadomal | West | 3.03 km |
| Suruguda | South | 3.93 km |
| Karadega | North-West | 4.45 km |
| Pithabhuin | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Lephripara | South-West | 5.00 km |
| Giringkela | West | 5.31 km |
| Tinkuda | East | 6.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didigajharan
Didigajharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ibh2, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Didigajharan is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Didigajharan is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didigajharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didigajharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Didigajharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didigajharan 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Didigajharan
Where is Didigajharan located?
Didigajharan village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didigajharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Didigajharan is Lephiripara.
What is the pincode of Didigajharan?
The pincode of Didigajharan is 770012.
What is the population of Didigajharan?
Didigajharan had a total population of 471, including 234 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Didigajharan?
Didigajharan had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didigajharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didigajharan was 74.94%. Male literacy was 83.50% and female literacy was 66.34%.