Digardi - Jhalda - I, Purulia
Digardi is a village situated in the Jhalda - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.6 km from Jhalda and around 59.3 km from Purulia. Hensahatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digardi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digardi is 331238. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.94 hectares and falls under the 723202 pincode. Jhalda is the nearest town, located about 20 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 716 people, consisting of 372 males and 344 females. The village has 179 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 384 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digardi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 372 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 122 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 187 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 200 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 172 | 238 |
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 5-10 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 5-10 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 Jhalda to Digardi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Digardi is about 59.3 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digardi
Where is Digardi located?
Digardi village is located in Jhalda - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digardi?
The Gram Panchayat of Digardi is Hensahatu.
What is the pincode of Digardi?
The pincode of Digardi is 723202.
What is the population of Digardi?
Digardi has a total population of 716, including 372 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Digardi?
There are 179 households in Digardi.
What is the literacy rate in Digardi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digardi is 42.74%. Male literacy is 53.76% and female literacy is 30.81%.