Dighi - Khaira, Balasore
Dighi is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 67 km from Baleshwar. Goliha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighi is 393663. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
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 Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighi
According to the 2011 Census, Dighi village had a total population of 14 people, including 9 males and 5 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 556 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.31%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 2 | 0 |
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 >10 km of the Dighi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Dighi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dighi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dighi
Where is Dighi located?
Dighi village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighi is Goliha.
What is the pincode of Dighi?
The pincode of Dighi is 756049.
What is the population of Dighi?
Dighi had a total population of 14, including 9 males and 5 females.
How many households are there in Dighi?
Dighi had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighi was 92.31%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 100.00%.