Dighwaniya Kaji - Sagri, Azamgarh
Dighwaniya Kaji is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Dighwaniya Kaji village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighwaniya Kaji is 193207. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.59 hectares and falls under the 276124 pincode. Jiwanpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dighwaniya Kaji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighwaniya Kaji
According to the 2011 Census, Dighwaniya Kaji village had a total population of 1,470 people, including 701 males and 769 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.77%, with male literacy at 76.12% and female literacy at 47.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 1,470 | 701 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 144 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 41 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 424 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 748 | 277 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Dighwaniya Kaji
Dighwaniya Kaji 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 Dighwaniya Kaji
Dighwaniya Kaji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jiwanpur to Dighwaniya Kaji is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Dighwaniya Kaji is about 30 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 Dighwaniya Kaji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighwaniya Kaji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dighwaniya Kaji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighwaniya Kaji village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dighwaniya Kaji
Where is Dighwaniya Kaji located?
Dighwaniya Kaji village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighwaniya Kaji?
Dighwaniya Kaji is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighwaniya Kaji?
The pincode of Dighwaniya Kaji is 276124.
What is the population of Dighwaniya Kaji?
Dighwaniya Kaji had a total population of 1,470, including 701 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Dighwaniya Kaji?
Dighwaniya Kaji had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighwaniya Kaji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighwaniya Kaji was 60.77%. Male literacy was 76.12% and female literacy was 47.23%.