Dighera - Madhuban, Mau
Dighera is a village situated in the Madhuban tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhuban and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Singhasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighera is 196675. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.4 hectares and falls under the 275307 pincode.
Dighera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhuban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighera
As per Census 2011, Dighera village has a total population of 717 people, consisting of 352 males and 365 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 352 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 266 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 86 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Dighera
Dighera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tukara Hakaripur | North-West | 0.90 km |
| Makhmelpur | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Adhawara | North | 1.26 km |
| Sonbharya | North-East | 1.29 km |
| Parsupur Mubarakpur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Katkauli Ajayab | East | 1.52 km |
| Badanpur | South | 1.53 km |
| Ckak Akhtiyar | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Malkauli | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Fatahpur Talchhawar | South-West | 1.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighera
Dighera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Mau to Dighera is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dighera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dighera
Where is Dighera located?
Dighera village is located in Madhuban Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighera?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighera is Singhasan.
What is the pincode of Dighera?
The pincode of Dighera is 275307.
What is the population of Dighera?
Dighera has a total population of 717, including 352 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Dighera?
There are 122 households in Dighera.
What is the literacy rate in Dighera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighera is 71.13%. Male literacy is 75.57% and female literacy is 66.85%.