Digghi - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Digghi is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Badra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digghi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digghi is 186731. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.07 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Digghi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digghi
As per Census 2011, Digghi village has a total population of 503 people, consisting of 255 males and 248 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digghi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 503 | 255 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 122 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 183 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 72 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Digghi
Digghi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digghi
Digghi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Digghi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digghi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digghi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Digghi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digghi 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 Digghi
Where is Digghi located?
Digghi village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digghi?
The Gram Panchayat of Digghi is Badra.
What is the pincode of Digghi?
The pincode of Digghi is 273211.
What is the population of Digghi?
Digghi has a total population of 503, including 255 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Digghi?
There are 67 households in Digghi.
What is the literacy rate in Digghi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digghi is 61.23%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 50.40%.