Digthari - Betalghat, Nainital
Digthari is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Digthari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digthari is 054618. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.38 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Digthari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Digthari
According to the 2011 Census, Digthari village had a total population of 440 people, including 209 males and 231 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.59%, with male literacy at 94.38% and female literacy at 72.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
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 | 440 | 209 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 168 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 41 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Digthari
Digthari 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 Digthari
Public transport in the Digthari is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Digthari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Digthari is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digthari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digthari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Digthari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digthari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Digthari
Where is Digthari located?
Digthari village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Digthari?
Digthari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digthari?
The pincode of Digthari is 263134.
What is the population of Digthari?
Digthari had a total population of 440, including 209 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Digthari?
Digthari had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digthari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digthari was 82.59%. Male literacy was 94.38% and female literacy was 72.14%.