Digri Village - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Digri is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Seetorai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digri is 086513. The village covers a total geographical area of 2659.5 hectares and falls under the 345027 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Digri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digri
As per Census 2011, Digri village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 184 males and 134 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 728 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 112 literate and 206 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digri are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 184 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 49 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 77 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 107 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Digri
Digri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Beenjota | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Seetorai | North-East | 5.62 km |
| Chelak | South | 5.84 km |
| Shobh | West | 6.73 km |
| Korwa | North-West | 7.13 km |
| Kathora | East | 7.32 km |
| Rama | South-East | 7.74 km |
| Ugawa | North | 7.89 km |
| Megha | South | 8.44 km |
| Khyala | South-East | 9.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digri
Public transport in the Digri is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jaisalmer, while the nearest airport is Jaisalmer Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jaisalmer to Digri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digri 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 Digri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digri 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 Digri
Where is Digri located?
Digri village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digri?
The Gram Panchayat of Digri is Seetorai.
What is the pincode of Digri?
The pincode of Digri is 345027.
What is the population of Digri?
Digri has a total population of 318, including 184 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Digri?
There are 63 households in Digri.
What is the literacy rate in Digri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digri is 35.22%. Male literacy is 41.85% and female literacy is 26.12%.