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.
Here you can discover what makes Dighia unique in its vibrant Kahara-Saharsa region. You’ll see Dighia’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 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.
Google Map of Dighia
Population of Dighia
According to the 2011 Census, Dighia has a total population of about 3,676, with approximately 1,897 males and 1,779 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 851 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 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 37.70%, with male literacy at about 49.82% and female literacy near 24.79%. There are around 692 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.