Dighali Pathar - Margherita, Tinsukia
Dighali Pathar is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Kailashpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighali Pathar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighali Pathar is 290765. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.79 hectares and falls under the 786152 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dighali Pathar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighali Pathar
According to the 2011 Census, Dighali Pathar village had a total population of 963 people, including 495 males and 468 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.31%, with male literacy at 92.27% and female literacy at 78.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 32.
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 | 963 | 495 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 68 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 394 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 101 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Dighali Pathar
Dighali Pathar 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 Dighali Pathar
Public transport in the Dighali Pathar is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Margherita to Dighali Pathar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Dighali Pathar is about 50 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 Dighali Pathar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighali Pathar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dighali Pathar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighali Pathar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dighali Pathar
Where is Dighali Pathar located?
Dighali Pathar village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighali Pathar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighali Pathar is Kailashpur.
What is the pincode of Dighali Pathar?
The pincode of Dighali Pathar is 786152.
What is the population of Dighali Pathar?
Dighali Pathar had a total population of 963, including 495 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Dighali Pathar?
Dighali Pathar had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighali Pathar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighali Pathar was 85.31%. Male literacy was 92.27% and female literacy was 78.18%.