Dighaliya
Dighaliya is a village located in Wankaner taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Wankaner (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Dighaliya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dighaliya unique in its vibrant Wankaner-Rajkot region. You’ll see Dighaliya’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 Dighaliya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighaliya is 512815. The village spans a total geographical area of 734.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363621. Wankaner is nearest town to Dighaliya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighaliya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Wankaner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajkot Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighaliya
Population of Dighaliya
According to the 2011 Census, Dighaliya has a total population of about 1,431, with approximately 723 males and 708 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 214 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 77 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.68%, with male literacy at about 70.54% and female literacy near 48.59%. There are around 244 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighaliya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,431 | 723 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 111 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 35 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 510 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 577 | 213 | 364 |
Connectivity of Dighaliya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighaliya. As per the 2011 stats, Dighaliya 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighaliya
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighaliya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighaliya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighaliya
- Where is Dighaliya located?
- Dighaliya village is situated in Wankaner Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighaliya?
- Dighaliya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dighaliya?
- The pincode of Dighaliya is 363621, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighaliya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighaliya is 1,431, with 723 males and 708 females.
- How many households are there in Dighaliya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighaliya village has a total of 244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighaliya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighaliya is 59.68%. The male literacy rate is 70.54%, while the female literacy rate is 48.59%.