Digha - Salon, Rae Bareli
Digha is a village situated in the Salon tehsil of Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rae Bareli. Deegha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digha is 145389. The village covers a total geographical area of 463.5 hectares and falls under the 229305 pincode. Rae Bareli is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Digha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Digha
According to the 2011 Census, Digha village had a total population of 1,536 people, including 785 males and 751 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.20%, with male literacy at 56.56% and female literacy at 35.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 664.
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 | 1,536 | 785 | 751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 168 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 664 | 362 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 349 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 977 | 436 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Digha
Digha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Itraura | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Kanta | North | 2.23 km |
| Lahenga | West | 2.29 km |
| Kurha | East | 2.49 km |
| Paraiya Namaksar | South | 2.54 km |
| Abdu Mau | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Bheliya | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Ashrafpur | West | 2.79 km |
| Tarapur | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Hari Rampur Tirra | South-West | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digha
Digha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bani, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.2 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 Rae Bareli to Digha is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Digha
Where is Digha located?
Digha village is located in Salon Tehsil, Rae Bareli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Digha?
The Gram Panchayat of Digha is Deegha.
What is the pincode of Digha?
The pincode of Digha is 229305.
What is the population of Digha?
Digha had a total population of 1,536, including 785 males and 751 females.
How many households are there in Digha?
Digha had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digha was 46.20%. Male literacy was 56.56% and female literacy was 35.41%.