Digardi - Bagmundi, Purulia
Digardi is a village situated in the Bagmundi subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.3 km from Pathardihi and around 60.8 km from Purulia. Matha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digardi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digardi is 331646. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.93 hectares and falls under the 723152 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Digardi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digardi
As per Census 2011, Digardi village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 133 males and 145 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 133 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 57 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Digardi
Digardi 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 Digardi
Digardi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Digardi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balarampur to Digardi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Digardi is about 60.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digardi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digardi 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 Digardi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digardi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digardi
Where is Digardi located?
Digardi village is located in Bagmundi Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digardi?
The Gram Panchayat of Digardi is Matha.
What is the pincode of Digardi?
The pincode of Digardi is 723152.
What is the population of Digardi?
Digardi has a total population of 278, including 133 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Digardi?
There are 51 households in Digardi.
What is the literacy rate in Digardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digardi is 50.36%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 44.14%.