Digura Jot - Ikauna, Shrawasti
Digura Jot is a village situated in the Ikauna tehsil of Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ikauna and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Bhinga. Digura Jot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digura Jot is 173106. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.68 hectares and falls under the 271845 pincode. Ikauna is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Digura Jot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrawasti Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Digura Jot
According to the 2011 Census, Digura Jot village had a total population of 3,324 people, including 1,745 males and 1,579 females, living in 516 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.56%, with male literacy at 60.23% and female literacy at 33.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 459.
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 | 3,324 | 1,745 | 1,579 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 352 | 331 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 257 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,256 | 839 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,068 | 906 | 1,162 |
Nearby Villages of Digura Jot
Digura Jot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajgarh Gulahriya | South | 1.65 km |
| Chauka Kalan | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Khargaura Ganesh | South-West | 2.70 km |
| Bhutha | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Gangabax Bhagar | East | 2.95 km |
| Jogia Kalan | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Chakar Bhandar | South | 3.04 km |
| Madhnagar | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Katra | South | 3.36 km |
| Mohmmadpur Raja | South-West | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digura Jot
Public transport in the Digura Jot is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jharkhandi, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ikauna to Digura Jot is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhinga to Digura Jot is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digura Jot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digura Jot 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 Digura Jot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digura Jot 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 Digura Jot
Where is Digura Jot located?
Digura Jot village is located in Ikauna Tehsil, Shrawasti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Digura Jot?
Digura Jot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digura Jot?
The pincode of Digura Jot is 271845.
What is the population of Digura Jot?
Digura Jot had a total population of 3,324, including 1,745 males and 1,579 females.
How many households are there in Digura Jot?
Digura Jot had 516 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digura Jot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digura Jot was 47.56%. Male literacy was 60.23% and female literacy was 33.41%.