Dighia - Shahabad, Hardoi
Dighia is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Dighia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighia is 139326. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.02 hectares and falls under the 241125 pincode.
Dighia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighia
As per Census 2011, Dighia village has a total population of 899 people, consisting of 494 males and 405 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males. There are 145 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 428 illiterate residents. Additionally, 512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 899 | 494 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 284 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 288 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 206 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Dighia
Dighia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barkhera | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Husainapur Diwani | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Jalalpur | South | 1.74 km |
| Parsai | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Reori | West | 2.04 km |
| Newada Chathiya | South | 2.05 km |
| Sahora | East | 2.67 km |
| Bijgawan | East | 2.76 km |
| Ayari | South | 3.03 km |
| Antora | South-West | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighia
Dighia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sharma, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 105.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Hardoi to Dighia is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighia 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dighia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dighia
Where is Dighia located?
Dighia village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighia?
Dighia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighia?
The pincode of Dighia is 241125.
What is the population of Dighia?
Dighia has a total population of 899, including 494 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Dighia?
There are 185 households in Dighia.
What is the literacy rate in Dighia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighia is 52.39%. Male literacy is 58.30% and female literacy is 45.19%.