Dahigan

Dahigan is a village located in Koliana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Koliana (tehsildar office) and 4km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Gangraj is the gram panchayat of Dahigan village.

Dahigan 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 Dahigan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahigan is 389427. The village spans a total geographical area of 55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757105. Baripada is nearest town to Dahigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Dahigan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 471 234 237
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 65 34 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 338 162 176
Literate Population 300 171 129
Illiterate Population 171 63 108

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

  • The total population of Dahigan village is around 471, including approximately 234 males and 237 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Dahigan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dahigan village has 338 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dahigan village is about 63.69%, with male literacy at 73.08% and female literacy at 54.43%.
  • There are around 126 households in Dahigan village.

Connectivity of Dahigan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahigan. As per the 2011 stats, Dahigan 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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dahigan

Knowing the nearby villages of Dahigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dahigan.

Asanjoda Gangraj Sanjunbani Kanhupur Kamardiha Kuadim Ambadiha Baunsanali Jungle Block Kanchipal Khuntapal

Frequently Asked Questions about Dahigan

Where is Dahigan located?
Dahigan village is situated in Koliana Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahigan is Gangraj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dahigan?
The pincode of Dahigan is 757105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dahigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahigan is 471, with 234 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Dahigan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dahigan village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dahigan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahigan is 63.69%. The male literacy rate is 73.08%, while the female literacy rate is 54.43%.