Dighia
Dighia is a village located in Badampahar tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Badampahar (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Talokpokhari is the gram panchayat of Dighia village.
Dighia has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dighia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighia is 388315. The village spans a total geographical area of 137 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757047. Rairangpur is nearest town to Dighia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dighia
Below is a concise population overview of Dighia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 539 | 259 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 245 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 136 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 123 | 188 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighia village:
- The total population of Dighia village is around 539, including approximately 259 males and 280 females, with a sex ratio of 1081 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 100 children aged 0–6 years in Dighia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dighia village has 513 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dighia village is about 42.30%, with male literacy at 52.51% and female literacy at 32.86%.
- There are around 96 households in Dighia village.
Connectivity of Dighia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighia. As per the 2011 stats, Dighia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Dighia
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighia
- Where is Dighia located?
- Dighia village is situated in Badampahar Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighia is Talokpokhari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dighia?
- The pincode of Dighia is 757047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighia is 539, with 259 males and 280 females.
- How many households are there in Dighia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighia village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighia is 42.30%. The male literacy rate is 52.51%, while the female literacy rate is 32.86%.