Digari - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Digari is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Sar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digari is 040116. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.49 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Digari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digari
As per Census 2011, Digari village has a total population of 241 people, consisting of 116 males and 125 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 116 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 74 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 42 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Digari
Digari 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 Digari
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Digari.
| 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 Barkot to Digari is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Digari is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digari 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 Digari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digari 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digari
Where is Digari located?
Digari village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digari?
The Gram Panchayat of Digari is Sar.
What is the pincode of Digari?
The pincode of Digari is 249171.
What is the population of Digari?
Digari has a total population of 241, including 116 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Digari?
There are 39 households in Digari.
What is the literacy rate in Digari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digari is 53.11%. Male literacy is 63.79% and female literacy is 43.20%.