Digwali - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Digwali is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 84 km from Narendra Nagar and around 82 km from New Tehri. Digwali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digwali is 044589. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.09 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Digwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digwali
As per Census 2011, Digwali village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 71 males and 74 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digwali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 55 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 16 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Digwali
Digwali 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 Digwali
Digwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Devprayag to Digwali is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Digwali is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digwali 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 Digwali
Where is Digwali located?
Digwali village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digwali?
Digwali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digwali?
The pincode of Digwali is 249146.
What is the population of Digwali?
Digwali has a total population of 145, including 71 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Digwali?
There are 33 households in Digwali.
What is the literacy rate in Digwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digwali is 62.76%. Male literacy is 77.46% and female literacy is 48.65%.