Digothi - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Digothi is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Digothi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digothi is 044069. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.3 hectares and falls under the 249199 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Digothi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digothi
As per Census 2011, Digothi village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 105 males and 149 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,419 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digothi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 105 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 14 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 78 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 27 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Digothi
Digothi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mengwal Gaon | North | 0.86 km |
| Duwakoti | South | 1.13 km |
| Khalun | South-West | 1.20 km |
| Chaur Khet | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Tingari | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Kund Chak | East | 1.54 km |
| Kotdwar | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Kaphalna | South-West | 1.98 km |
| Bageed | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Mathesari | North-East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digothi
Digothi 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 Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Digothi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Digothi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digothi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digothi 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 Digothi
Where is Digothi located?
Digothi village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digothi?
Digothi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digothi?
The pincode of Digothi is 249199.
What is the population of Digothi?
Digothi has a total population of 254, including 105 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Digothi?
There are 60 households in Digothi.
What is the literacy rate in Digothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digothi is 56.30%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 43.62%.