Dighi - Murliganj, Madhepura
Dighi is a village situated in the Murliganj subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murliganj and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Dighi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighi is 226007. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.69 hectares and falls under the 852122 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dighi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bihariganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighi
As per Census 2011, Dighi village has a total population of 5,058 people, consisting of 2,709 males and 2,349 females. The village has 972 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 788 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,988 literate and 2,070 illiterate residents. Additionally, 663 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,058 | 2,709 | 2,349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 788 | 429 | 359 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 663 | 334 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 2,988 | 1,762 | 1,226 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,070 | 947 | 1,123 |
Nearby Villages of Dighi
Dighi 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 Dighi
Dighi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dighi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Dighi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Dighi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dighi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dighi
Where is Dighi located?
Dighi village is located in Murliganj Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
Dighi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighi?
The pincode of Dighi is 852122.
What is the population of Dighi?
Dighi has a total population of 5,058, including 2,709 males and 2,349 females.
How many households are there in Dighi?
There are 972 households in Dighi.
What is the literacy rate in Dighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighi is 59.07%. Male literacy is 65.04% and female literacy is 52.19%.