Dighibari - Dighalbank, Kishanganj
Dighibari is a village situated in the Dighalbank subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dighalbank and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Athgachhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighibari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighibari is 222361. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 855116 pincode. Bahadurganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dighibari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bahadurganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kishanganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighibari
As per Census 2011, Dighibari village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 181 males and 171 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighibari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 181 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 36 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 82 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 99 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Dighibari
Dighibari 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 Dighibari
Dighibari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahadurganj to Dighibari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Dighibari is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighibari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighibari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dighibari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighibari 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dighibari
Where is Dighibari located?
Dighibari village is located in Dighalbank Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighibari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighibari is Athgachhiya.
What is the pincode of Dighibari?
The pincode of Dighibari is 855116.
What is the population of Dighibari?
Dighibari has a total population of 352, including 181 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Dighibari?
There are 69 households in Dighibari.
What is the literacy rate in Dighibari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighibari is 36.36%. Male literacy is 45.30% and female literacy is 26.90%.