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.
Purana Digon has its own place in the vibrant Tehri Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Purana Digon
Below is a concise population overview of Purana Digon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Purana Digon village:
- The total population of Purana Digon village is around 155, including approximately 77 males and 78 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Purana Digon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Purana Digon village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Purana Digon village is about 59.35%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 55.13%.
- There are around 21 households in Purana Digon village.
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%.