Dighi
Dighi is a village located in Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kamakshyanagar (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Dighi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dighi unique in its vibrant Kamakshyanagar-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Dighi’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 Dighi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighi is 402436. The village spans a total geographical area of 453 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759023. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Dighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Dighi
Population of Dighi
According to the 2011 Census, Dighi has a total population of about 1,485, with approximately 768 males and 717 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 174 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 306 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 199. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.60%, with male literacy at about 73.57% and female literacy near 59.14%. There are around 342 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,485 | 768 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 97 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 158 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 105 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 989 | 565 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 203 | 293 |
Connectivity of Dighi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighi. As per the 2011 stats, Dighi 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 Dighi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighi
- Where is Dighi located?
- Dighi village is situated in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
- Dighi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dighi?
- The pincode of Dighi is 759023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighi is 1,485, with 768 males and 717 females.
- How many households are there in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighi village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighi is 66.60%. The male literacy rate is 73.57%, while the female literacy rate is 59.14%.