Digha

Digha is a village located in Ghatshila subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Ghatshila (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Kalchiti is the gram panchayat of Digha village.

Digha has its own place in the vibrant Purbi Singhbhum 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 Digha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Digha is 363477. The village spans a total geographical area of 499 hectares. Jamshedpur is nearest town to Digha village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Digha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 905 495 410
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 118 52 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 39 22 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 623 335 288
Literate Population 415 293 122
Illiterate Population 490 202 288

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

  • The total population of Digha village is around 905, including approximately 495 males and 410 females, with a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Digha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Digha village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 623 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Digha village is about 45.86%, with male literacy at 59.19% and female literacy at 29.76%.
  • There are around 197 households in Digha village.

Connectivity of Digha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Digha. As per the 2011 stats, Digha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Digha

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

Hiraganj Pathargora Alias Bhitargarh Baghmuri Haripur Edalbera Upardigha Dainmari Terapani Balidi Bhumrudi Sinduriam

Frequently Asked Questions about Digha

Where is Digha located?
Digha village is situated in Ghatshila Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digha?
The Gram Panchayat of Digha is Kalchiti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Digha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Digha is 905, with 495 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Digha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Digha village has a total of 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Digha is 45.86%. The male literacy rate is 59.19%, while the female literacy rate is 29.76%.