Digha - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Digha is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Manoharpur and around 117 km from Chaibasa. Digha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digha is 377845. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.11 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode. Chakradharpur is the nearest town.
Digha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digha
As per Census 2011, Digha village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 384 males and 400 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 530 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 776 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 384 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 776 | 379 | 397 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 278 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 106 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Digha
Digha 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 Digha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Digha. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Digha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Digha is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Digha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digha
Where is Digha located?
Digha village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digha?
Digha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Digha?
The pincode of Digha is 833104.
What is the population of Digha?
Digha has a total population of 784, including 384 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Digha?
There are 150 households in Digha.
What is the literacy rate in Digha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digha is 67.60%. Male literacy is 72.40% and female literacy is 63.00%.