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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digthari
As per Census 2011, Digthari village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 209 males and 231 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digthari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 209 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| 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 has a total population of 440, including 209 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Digthari?
There are 77 households in Digthari.
What is the literacy rate in Digthari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digthari is 71.14%. Male literacy is 80.38% and female literacy is 62.77%.