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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Digtoli village has a total population of 50 people, consisting of 21 males and 29 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,380 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 16 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digtoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| 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 has a total population of 50, including 21 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Digtoli?
There are 11 households in Digtoli.
What is the literacy rate in Digtoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digtoli is 68.00%. Male literacy is 76.19% and female literacy is 62.07%.