Dhigana - Sardulgarh, Mansa
Dhigana is a village situated in the Sardulgarh tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardulgarh and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Mansa. Dhigana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhigana is 035960. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 151506 pincode. Sardulgarh is the nearest town.
Dhigana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sardulgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhigana
According to the 2011 Census, Dhigana village had a total population of 242 people, including 120 males and 122 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.98%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 71.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 242 | 120 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 9 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 93 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 27 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Dhigana
Dhigana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhigana
Dhigana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Dhigana is about 40 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 Dhigana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhigana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhigana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhigana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhigana
Where is Dhigana located?
Dhigana village is located in Sardulgarh Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhigana?
Dhigana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhigana?
The pincode of Dhigana is 151506.
What is the population of Dhigana?
Dhigana had a total population of 242, including 120 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Dhigana?
Dhigana had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhigana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhigana was 77.98%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 71.96%.