Dighra - Jale, Darbhanga
Dighra is a village situated in the Jale subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jale and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Doghra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighra is 226723. The village covers a total geographical area of 445 hectares and falls under the 847302 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dighra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dighra
According to the 2011 Census, Dighra village had a total population of 8,072 people, including 4,202 males and 3,870 females, living in 1,438 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.85%, with male literacy at 64.43% and female literacy at 50.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 753.
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 | 8,072 | 4,202 | 3,870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,581 | 806 | 775 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 753 | 396 | 357 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,755 | 2,188 | 1,567 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,317 | 2,014 | 2,303 |
Nearby Villages of Dighra
Dighra 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 Dighra
Dighra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dighra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Dighra is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dighra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dighra
Where is Dighra located?
Dighra village is located in Jale Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dighra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighra is Doghra.
What is the pincode of Dighra?
The pincode of Dighra is 847302.
What is the population of Dighra?
Dighra had a total population of 8,072, including 4,202 males and 3,870 females.
How many households are there in Dighra?
Dighra had 1,438 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighra was 57.85%. Male literacy was 64.43% and female literacy was 50.63%.