Dighi - Kamakshyanagar, Dhenkanal
Dighi is a village situated in the Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamakshyanagar and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Dighi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighi is 402436. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 759023 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 23 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 Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighi
As per Census 2011, Dighi village has a total population of 1,485 people, consisting of 768 males and 717 females. The village has 342 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 989 literate and 496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 199 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Dighi
Dighi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Goradia | West | 1.47 km |
| Ratasahi | East | 1.60 km |
| Mugapada | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Kairanali | West | 2.47 km |
| Jiral | North | 2.53 km |
| Masani | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Balipada | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Mugapadakateni | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Thakurapal | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Dimiria | West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighi
Public transport in the Dighi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dandi Mal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.4 km.
| 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 Kamakshyanagar to Dighi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Dighi is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dighi
Where is Dighi located?
Dighi village is located in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
Dighi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighi?
The pincode of Dighi is 759023.
What is the population of Dighi?
Dighi has a total population of 1,485, including 768 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Dighi?
There are 342 households in Dighi.
What is the literacy rate in Dighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighi is 66.60%. Male literacy is 73.57% and female literacy is 59.14%.