Purana Digon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Purana 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 Purana Digon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purana Digon is 044213. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.68 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Purana Digon 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 Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purana Digon
According to the 2011 Census, Purana Digon village had a total population of 155 people, including 77 males and 78 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.80%, with male literacy at 81.67% and female literacy at 68.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
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 | 155 | 77 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 49 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Purana Digon
Purana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirs | South | 0.60 km |
| Naya Digon | North | 0.77 km |
| Kinsu | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Kakaru | South | 2.13 km |
| Thikmal Duguda | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Munglauri | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Kyari | West | 2.88 km |
| Airi | South | 2.92 km |
| Mundani | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Odars | South-East | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purana Digon
Purana 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 33.6 km.
| 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 Mussoorie to Purana Digon is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Purana 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 Purana Digon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purana 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 Purana 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 Purana 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 Purana Digon
Where is Purana Digon located?
Purana Digon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purana Digon?
The Gram Panchayat of Purana Digon is Digon.
What is the pincode of Purana Digon?
The pincode of Purana Digon is 249180.
What is the population of Purana Digon?
Purana Digon had a total population of 155, including 77 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Purana Digon?
Purana Digon had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purana Digon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purana Digon was 74.80%. Male literacy was 81.67% and female literacy was 68.25%.