Digtoli - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Digtoli is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Sani Khet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digtoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digtoli is 049666. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.66 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Digtoli 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digtoli
According to the 2011 Census, Digtoli village had a total population of 50 people, including 21 males and 29 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,381 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42.
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 | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Digtoli
Digtoli 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 Digtoli
Public transport in the Digtoli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Digtoli is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Digtoli is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digtoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digtoli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digtoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digtoli 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 Digtoli
Where is Digtoli located?
Digtoli village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Digtoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Digtoli is Sani Khet.
What is the pincode of Digtoli?
The pincode of Digtoli is 262531.
What is the population of Digtoli?
Digtoli had a total population of 50, including 21 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Digtoli?
Digtoli had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digtoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digtoli was 80.95%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 72.00%.