Digthol - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Digthol is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Digthol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digthol is 040519. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.84 hectares and falls under the 249151 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Digthol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digthol
According to the 2011 Census, Digthol village had a total population of 206 people, including 96 males and 110 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.03%, with male literacy at 97.44% and female literacy at 62.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 206 | 96 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 76 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 20 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Digthol
Digthol 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 Digthol
Public transport in the Digthol is mainly available through bus 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 Uttarkashi to Digthol is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digthol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digthol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digthol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digthol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Digthol
Where is Digthol located?
Digthol village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digthol?
Digthol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digthol?
The pincode of Digthol is 249151.
What is the population of Digthol?
Digthol had a total population of 206, including 96 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Digthol?
Digthol had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digthol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digthol was 78.03%. Male literacy was 97.44% and female literacy was 62.11%.