Dighar - Ballia
Dighar is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Dighar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighar is 199331. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.5 hectares and falls under the 277403 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 205 km away.
Dighar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ballia Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighar
As per Census 2011, Dighar village has a total population of 6,325 people, consisting of 3,297 males and 3,028 females. The village has 922 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 890 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,575 literate and 2,750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,325 | 3,297 | 3,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 890 | 482 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 160 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 3,575 | 2,156 | 1,419 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,750 | 1,141 | 1,609 |
Nearby Villages of Dighar
Dighar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pithroura | North | 1.16 km |
| Khajkuhati | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Minapur | South | 1.55 km |
| Raghunathpur | North | 1.56 km |
| Rampur Ta Reoti | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Narainpur | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Majhoua | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Kewa | North | 1.97 km |
| Bouna Chak | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Malikpura | West | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighar
Dighar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Reoti, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Dighar is about 205 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Dighar is about 26 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 Dighar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dighar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dighar
Where is Dighar located?
Dighar village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighar?
Dighar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighar?
The pincode of Dighar is 277403.
What is the population of Dighar?
Dighar has a total population of 6,325, including 3,297 males and 3,028 females.
How many households are there in Dighar?
There are 922 households in Dighar.
What is the literacy rate in Dighar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighar is 56.52%. Male literacy is 65.39% and female literacy is 46.86%.