Dighia

Dighia is a village located in Kahara subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kahara (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Sirade Patti is the gram panchayat of Dighia village.

Dighia has its own place in the vibrant Saharsa 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 Dighia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighia is 226431. The village spans a total geographical area of 161.9 hectares. Saharsa is nearest town to Dighia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Dighia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,676 1,897 1,779
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 851 442 409
Scheduled Castes (SC) 80 39 41
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,386 945 441
Illiterate Population 2,290 952 1,338

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

  • The total population of Dighia village is around 3,676, including approximately 1,897 males and 1,779 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 851 children aged 0–6 years in Dighia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dighia village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dighia village is about 37.70%, with male literacy at 49.82% and female literacy at 24.79%.
  • There are around 692 households in Dighia village.

Connectivity of Dighia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighia. As per the 2011 stats, Dighia 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dighia

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Dighia

Where is Dighia located?
Dighia village is situated in Kahara Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighia is Sirade Patti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Dighia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighia is 3,676, with 1,897 males and 1,779 females.
How many households are there in Dighia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dighia village has a total of 692 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighia is 37.70%. The male literacy rate is 49.82%, while the female literacy rate is 24.79%.