Digoda - Kishanganj, Baran
Digoda is a village situated in the Kishanganj tehsil of Baran district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishanganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Baran. Khandela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digoda is 103054. The village covers a total geographical area of 771.35 hectares and falls under the 325224 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Digoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digoda
According to the 2011 Census, Digoda village had a total population of 150 people, including 77 males and 73 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.97%, with male literacy at 71.67% and female literacy at 37.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 43 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 34 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Digoda
Digoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagdishpura | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Chainpura | West | 3.05 km |
| Amroli | North | 3.70 km |
| Halawani | North | 4.61 km |
| Kherla | North-West | 4.65 km |
| Nayagaon @ Ramnagar | South | 5.27 km |
| Ganeshpura | West | 5.44 km |
| Charpura | South-West | 5.51 km |
| Khyawada | East | 5.54 km |
| Danta | East | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digoda
Digoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chajawa, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baran to Digoda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digoda 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 Digoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digoda 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 Digoda
Where is Digoda located?
Digoda village is located in Kishanganj Tehsil, Baran district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Digoda is Khandela.
What is the pincode of Digoda?
The pincode of Digoda is 325224.
What is the population of Digoda?
Digoda had a total population of 150, including 77 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Digoda?
Digoda had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digoda was 53.97%. Male literacy was 71.67% and female literacy was 37.88%.