Digghi Village - Konch, Gaya
Digghi is a village situated in the Konch subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Konch and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Simra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digghi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digghi is 254664. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 824207 pincode. Tikari is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Digghi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Digghi
As per Census 2011, Digghi village has a total population of 2,711 people, consisting of 1,429 males and 1,282 females. The village has 394 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,920 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 774 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digghi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,711 | 1,429 | 1,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 189 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 774 | 389 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,920 | 1,135 | 785 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 294 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Digghi
Digghi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Adai | North-West | 1.75 km |
| Mangraur | South | 1.96 km |
| Barai | West | 2.27 km |
| Khaira | East | 2.31 km |
| Amra | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Simra | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Koriauna | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Palanki Sakhi | South | 2.88 km |
| Bhimpur | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Tarari | North | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digghi
Digghi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Guraru, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.5 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tikari to Digghi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Digghi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digghi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digghi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Digghi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digghi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Digghi
Where is Digghi located?
Digghi village is located in Konch Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digghi?
The Gram Panchayat of Digghi is Simra.
What is the pincode of Digghi?
The pincode of Digghi is 824207.
What is the population of Digghi?
Digghi has a total population of 2,711, including 1,429 males and 1,282 females.
How many households are there in Digghi?
There are 394 households in Digghi.
What is the literacy rate in Digghi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digghi is 70.82%. Male literacy is 79.43% and female literacy is 61.23%.