Dighi Kalan
Dighi Kalan is a village located in Hajipur subdivision of Vaishali district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from Hajipur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dighi Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Dighikala West is the gram panchayat of Dighi Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dighi Kalan unique in its vibrant Hajipur-Vaishali region. You’ll see Dighi Kalan’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 Dighi Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighi Kalan is 235663. The village spans a total geographical area of 629 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 844101. Hajipur is nearest town to Dighi Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
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Population of Dighi Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Dighi Kalan has a total population of about 20,520, with approximately 11,331 males and 9,189 females. The sex ratio is around 810 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,008 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3,931 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 25. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.37%, with male literacy at about 68.58% and female literacy near 56.95%. There are around 3,521 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighi Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,520 | 11,331 | 9,189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,008 | 1,659 | 1,349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,931 | 2,127 | 1,804 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 13,004 | 7,771 | 5,233 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,516 | 3,560 | 3,956 |
Connectivity of Dighi Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighi Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Dighi Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighi Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighi Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighi Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighi Kalan
- Where is Dighi Kalan located?
- Dighi Kalan village is situated in Hajipur Subdivision, within the Vaishali district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighi Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighi Kalan is Dighikala West (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dighi Kalan?
- The pincode of Dighi Kalan is 844101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighi Kalan is 20,520, with 11,331 males and 9,189 females.
- How many households are there in Dighi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighi Kalan village has a total of 3,521 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighi Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighi Kalan is 63.37%. The male literacy rate is 68.58%, while the female literacy rate is 56.95%.