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
According to the 2011 Census, Digghi village had a total population of 503 people, including 255 males and 248 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.13%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 60.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 503 | 255 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 122 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 503, including 255 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Digghi?
Digghi had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digghi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digghi was 72.13%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 60.68%.