Digardih - Barabazar, Purulia
Digardih is a village situated in the Barabazar subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.4 km from Barabazar and around 49.1 km from Purulia. Berada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digardih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digardih is 331849. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.88 hectares and falls under the 723143 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Digardih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digardih
According to the 2011 Census, Digardih village had a total population of 566 people, including 282 males and 284 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.91%, with male literacy at 90.50% and female literacy at 71.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 566 | 282 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 219 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 63 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Digardih
Digardih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghubera | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Dhumurbera | West | 1.41 km |
| Berada | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Sarajang | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Moraidih | North | 2.69 km |
| Bareda | South | 2.82 km |
| Gokulnagar | East | 3.14 km |
| Atebela | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Chakulia | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Murugora | North-East | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digardih
Public transport in the Digardih is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Biramdih, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Digardih is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Digardih is about 49.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digardih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digardih 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Digardih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digardih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digardih
Where is Digardih located?
Digardih village is located in Barabazar Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digardih?
The Gram Panchayat of Digardih is Berada.
What is the pincode of Digardih?
The pincode of Digardih is 723143.
What is the population of Digardih?
Digardih had a total population of 566, including 282 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Digardih?
Digardih had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digardih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digardih was 80.91%. Male literacy was 90.50% and female literacy was 71.25%.