Dighawan
Dighawan is a village located in Haidergarh tehsil of Bara Banki district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Haidergarh (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Barabanki. As per 2009 stats, Dighavan is the gram panchayat of Dighawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dighawan unique in its vibrant Haidergarh-Bara Banki region. You’ll see Dighawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dighawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighawan is 165395. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.59 hectares. Sidhaur is nearest town to Dighawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighawan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Zaidpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barabanki Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighawan
Population of Dighawan
According to the 2011 Census, Dighawan has a total population of about 1,301, with approximately 688 males and 613 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 686 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.57%, with male literacy at about 64.39% and female literacy near 41.44%. There are around 239 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 688 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 107 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 359 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 697 | 443 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 245 | 359 |
Connectivity of Dighawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighawan. As per the 2011 stats, Dighawan 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighawan
- Where is Dighawan located?
- Dighawan village is situated in Haidergarh Tehsil, within the Bara Banki district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighawan is Dighavan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dighawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighawan is 1,301, with 688 males and 613 females.
- How many households are there in Dighawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighawan village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighawan is 53.57%. The male literacy rate is 64.39%, while the female literacy rate is 41.44%.