Dighiar - Keotiranway, Darbhanga
Dighiar is a village situated in the Keotiranway subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keotiranway and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Dighiyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighiar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighiar is 226940. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 847121 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dighiar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dighiar
As per Census 2011, Dighiar village has a total population of 5,062 people, consisting of 2,680 males and 2,382 females. The village has 993 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,027 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,152 literate and 2,910 illiterate residents. Additionally, 652 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighiar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,062 | 2,680 | 2,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,027 | 550 | 477 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 652 | 340 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,152 | 1,294 | 858 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,910 | 1,386 | 1,524 |
Nearby Villages of Dighiar
Dighiar 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 Dighiar
Public transport in the Dighiar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dighiar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Darbhanga to Dighiar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighiar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighiar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dighiar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighiar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dighiar
Where is Dighiar located?
Dighiar village is located in Keotiranway Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighiar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighiar is Dighiyar.
What is the pincode of Dighiar?
The pincode of Dighiar is 847121.
What is the population of Dighiar?
Dighiar has a total population of 5,062, including 2,680 males and 2,382 females.
How many households are there in Dighiar?
There are 993 households in Dighiar.
What is the literacy rate in Dighiar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighiar is 42.51%. Male literacy is 48.28% and female literacy is 36.02%.