Dighi

Dighi is a village located in Jharpokharia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jharpokharia (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Jharpokharia is the gram panchayat of Dighi village.

Dighi 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 Dighi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighi is 387832. The village spans a total geographical area of 447 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757093. Baripada is nearest town to Dighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Dighi

Below is a concise population overview of Dighi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,108 543 565
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 211 111 100
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,071 527 544
Literate Population 478 298 180
Illiterate Population 630 245 385

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighi village:

  • The total population of Dighi village is around 1,108, including approximately 543 males and 565 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 211 children aged 0–6 years in Dighi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dighi village has 1,071 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dighi village is about 43.14%, with male literacy at 54.88% and female literacy at 31.86%.
  • There are around 233 households in Dighi village.

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 village
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.

Paktia Barubeda Puapoka Jamkunda Ichinda Fuljharan Ghuma Kulapathar Kukudaanda Tilow Sankhabhanga

Frequently Asked Questions about Dighi

Where is Dighi located?
Dighi village is situated in Jharpokharia Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighi is Jharpokharia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dighi?
The pincode of Dighi is 757093, 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 1,108, with 543 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dighi village has a total of 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighi is 43.14%. The male literacy rate is 54.88%, while the female literacy rate is 31.86%.