Dighi - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Dighi is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from Bandgaon and around 78 km from Chaibasa. Meromgutu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighi is 377114. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Dighi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chakradharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighi
According to the 2011 Census, Dighi village had a total population of 115 people, including 58 males and 57 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.82%, with male literacy at 70.73% and female literacy at 47.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 29 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Dighi
Dighi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dighi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dighi. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dighi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Dighi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dighi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dighi
Where is Dighi located?
Dighi village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighi is Meromgutu.
What is the pincode of Dighi?
The pincode of Dighi is 833201.
What is the population of Dighi?
Dighi had a total population of 115, including 58 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Dighi?
Dighi had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighi was 58.82%. Male literacy was 70.73% and female literacy was 47.73%.