Naya Digon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Naya Digon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 102 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Digon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naya Digon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naya Digon is 044214. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.4 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Naya Digon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naya Digon
According to the 2011 Census, Naya Digon village had a total population of 142 people, including 71 males and 71 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.65%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 71.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 142 | 71 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 22 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Naya Digon
Naya Digon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purana Digon | South | 0.77 km |
| Sirs | South | 1.34 km |
| Munglauri | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Kinsu | South | 2.20 km |
| Thikmal Duguda | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Kakaru | South | 2.86 km |
| Teva | East | 3.08 km |
| Kyari | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Pujaldi | East | 3.51 km |
| Odars | South-East | 3.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naya Digon
Naya Digon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Naya Digon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Naya Digon is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naya Digon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naya Digon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naya Digon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naya Digon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naya Digon
Where is Naya Digon located?
Naya Digon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naya Digon?
The Gram Panchayat of Naya Digon is Digon.
What is the pincode of Naya Digon?
The pincode of Naya Digon is 249180.
What is the population of Naya Digon?
Naya Digon had a total population of 142, including 71 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Naya Digon?
Naya Digon had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naya Digon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naya Digon was 79.65%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 71.93%.