Digligaon - Lakhipur, Cachar
Digligaon is a village situated in the Lakhipur subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhipur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Dighli Bahadurpur serves as the Gaon Panchayat for Digligaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digligaon is 299897. The village covers a total geographical area of 1764 hectares and falls under the 788126 pincode. Lakhipur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Digligaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digligaon
According to the 2011 Census, Digligaon village had a total population of 1,745 people, including 917 males and 828 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.42%, with male literacy at 86.51% and female literacy at 71.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 226.
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 | 1,745 | 917 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 146 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 115 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 667 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 250 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Digligaon
Digligaon 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 Digligaon
Digligaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhipur to Digligaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Digligaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digligaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digligaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Digligaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digligaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Digligaon
Where is Digligaon located?
Digligaon village is located in Lakhipur Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Digligaon?
The Gaon Panchayat of Digligaon is Dighli Bahadurpur.
What is the pincode of Digligaon?
The pincode of Digligaon is 788126.
What is the population of Digligaon?
Digligaon had a total population of 1,745, including 917 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Digligaon?
Digligaon had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digligaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digligaon was 79.42%. Male literacy was 86.51% and female literacy was 71.28%.