Dighaun
Dighaun is a village located in Beldaur subdivision of Khagaria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Beldaur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Khagaria. As per 2009 stats, Dighaun village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dighaun unique in its vibrant Beldaur-Khagaria region. You’ll see Dighaun’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dighaun
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighaun is 238691. The village spans a total geographical area of 2239 hectares. Khagaria is nearest town to Dighaun village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Dighaun
Population of Dighaun
According to the 2011 Census, Dighaun has a total population of about 14,941, with approximately 7,881 males and 7,060 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,596 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,530 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 28.25%, with male literacy at about 34.04% and female literacy near 21.78%. There are around 2,836 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighaun's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,941 | 7,881 | 7,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,596 | 1,913 | 1,683 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,530 | 1,312 | 1,218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,221 | 2,683 | 1,538 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,720 | 5,198 | 5,522 |
Connectivity of Dighaun
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighaun. As per the 2011 stats, Dighaun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighaun
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighaun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighaun.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighaun
- Where is Dighaun located?
- Dighaun village is situated in Beldaur Subdivision, within the Khagaria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighaun?
- Dighaun serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dighaun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighaun is 14,941, with 7,881 males and 7,060 females.
- How many households are there in Dighaun as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighaun village has a total of 2,836 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighaun as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighaun is 28.25%. The male literacy rate is 34.04%, while the female literacy rate is 21.78%.