Dighwa

Dighwa is a village located in Baikunthpur subdivision of Gopalganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Baikunthpur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gopalganj. As per 2009 stats, Dighwa Duhauli South is the gram panchayat of Dighwa village.

Dighwa has its own place in the vibrant Gopalganj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dighwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighwa is 231222. The village spans a total geographical area of 1544 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 841409. Barauli is nearest town to Dighwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Dighwa

Below is a concise population overview of Dighwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 21,100 10,306 10,794
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 3,838 1,951 1,887
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,796 900 896
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 174 72 102
Literate Population 10,723 6,088 4,635
Illiterate Population 10,377 4,218 6,159

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighwa village:

  • The total population of Dighwa village is around 21,100, including approximately 10,306 males and 10,794 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 3,838 children aged 0–6 years in Dighwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dighwa village has 1,796 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 174 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dighwa village is about 50.82%, with male literacy at 59.07% and female literacy at 42.94%.
  • There are around 3,808 households in Dighwa village.

Connectivity of Dighwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighwa. As per the 2011 stats, Dighwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dighwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Dighwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighwa.

Dhursanda Bahrampur Baikunthpur Chiuntaha Chhapia Sirsa Ramgarh Bhagwanpur Banhauli Banaura Usri Pipra

Frequently Asked Questions about Dighwa

Where is Dighwa located?
Dighwa village is situated in Baikunthpur Subdivision, within the Gopalganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighwa is Dighwa Duhauli South (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dighwa?
The pincode of Dighwa is 841409, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dighwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighwa is 21,100, with 10,306 males and 10,794 females.
How many households are there in Dighwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dighwa village has a total of 3,808 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighwa is 50.82%. The male literacy rate is 59.07%, while the female literacy rate is 42.94%.