Purana Digon
Purana Digon is a village located in Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanaulti (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Digon is the gram panchayat of Purana Digon village.
Here you can discover what makes Purana Digon unique in its vibrant Dhanaulti-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Purana Digon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purana Digon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purana Digon is 044213. The village spans a total geographical area of 122.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249180. Mussoorie is nearest town to Purana Digon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Purana Digon
Population of Purana Digon
According to the 2011 Census, Purana Digon has a total population of about 155, with approximately 77 males and 78 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.35%, with male literacy at about 63.64% and female literacy near 55.13%. There are around 21 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purana Digon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
Connectivity of Purana Digon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purana Digon. As per the 2011 stats, Purana Digon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purana Digon
Knowing the nearby villages of Purana Digon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purana Digon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purana Digon
- Where is Purana Digon located?
- Purana Digon village is situated in Dhanaulti Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purana Digon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purana Digon is Digon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purana Digon?
- The pincode of Purana Digon is 249180, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purana Digon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purana Digon is 155, with 77 males and 78 females.
- How many households are there in Purana Digon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purana Digon village has a total of 21 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purana Digon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purana Digon is 59.35%. The male literacy rate is 63.64%, while the female literacy rate is 55.13%.