Didiga - Subdega, Sundargarh
Didiga is a village situated in the Subdega tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Sundargarh and around 25 km from Sundargarh. Deogaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didiga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didiga is 383857. The village covers a total geographical area of 535 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Didiga 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 Didiga
According to the 2011 Census, Didiga village had a total population of 615 people, including 298 males and 317 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.11%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 55.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 591.
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 | 615 | 298 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 591 | 288 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 184 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 114 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Didiga
Didiga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telijore | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Peruabhadi | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Goppur | South | 3.74 km |
| Lahuraniberna | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Deogaon | North-East | 3.96 km |
| Chhatasargi | West | 3.97 km |
| Kumbahal | South-East | 4.80 km |
| Kulgaon | South-East | 5.16 km |
| Hamirpur | South-West | 5.78 km |
| Bheluabahal | East | 5.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Didiga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Didiga. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Didiga is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Didiga is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didiga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didiga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Didiga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didiga 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 Didiga
Where is Didiga located?
Didiga village is located in Subdega Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Didiga?
The Gram Panchayat of Didiga is Deogaon.
What is the pincode of Didiga?
The pincode of Didiga is 770012.
What is the population of Didiga?
Didiga had a total population of 615, including 298 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Didiga?
Didiga had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didiga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didiga was 63.11%. Male literacy was 71.32% and female literacy was 55.43%.