Saltooa Digar - Harraiya, Basti
Saltooa Digar is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Imiliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saltooa Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saltooa Digar is 179330. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.45 hectares and falls under the 272181 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Saltooa Digar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saltooa Digar
As per Census 2011, Saltooa Digar village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 139 males and 172 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,237 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saltooa Digar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 139 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 57 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 65 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Saltooa Digar
Saltooa Digar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharwaria | South-East | 0.56 km |
| Pakoliya | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Sirupur | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Emiliya | South | 0.98 km |
| Parsa | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Chanda Khurd | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Budhiya | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Chanda Bujurg | West | 1.35 km |
| Pandariya | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Asnahra | South | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saltooa Digar
Saltooa Digar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gaur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.5 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Saltooa Digar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saltooa Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saltooa Digar 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 Saltooa Digar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saltooa Digar 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 Saltooa Digar
Where is Saltooa Digar located?
Saltooa Digar village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saltooa Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Saltooa Digar is Imiliya.
What is the pincode of Saltooa Digar?
The pincode of Saltooa Digar is 272181.
What is the population of Saltooa Digar?
Saltooa Digar has a total population of 311, including 139 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Saltooa Digar?
There are 51 households in Saltooa Digar.
What is the literacy rate in Saltooa Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saltooa Digar is 48.87%. Male literacy is 53.24% and female literacy is 45.35%.