Dighul - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Dighul is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Dighul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighul is 214250. The village covers a total geographical area of 582.2 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dighul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighul
As per Census 2011, Dighul village has a total population of 3,591 people, consisting of 1,863 males and 1,728 females. The village has 639 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 635 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,679 literate and 1,912 illiterate residents. Additionally, 638 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 780 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,591 | 1,863 | 1,728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 319 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 329 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 780 | 394 | 386 |
| Literate Population | 1,679 | 1,073 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,912 | 790 | 1,122 |
Nearby Villages of Dighul
Dighul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajuri | North-West | 2.67 km |
| Deo Pura | North | 2.71 km |
| Teraha | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Dhanaura | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Nimiya Dih | North | 3.08 km |
| Bagharu | South | 3.55 km |
| Pakari | East | 3.77 km |
| Nagawa | South-East | 3.85 km |
| Japala | West | 3.97 km |
| Kalingar | North-East | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighul
Dighul is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Duddhinagar, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Dighul is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Dighul is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighul 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 Dighul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighul 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dighul
Where is Dighul located?
Dighul village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighul?
Dighul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dighul?
The pincode of Dighul is 231212.
What is the population of Dighul?
Dighul has a total population of 3,591, including 1,863 males and 1,728 females.
How many households are there in Dighul?
There are 639 households in Dighul.
What is the literacy rate in Dighul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighul is 46.76%. Male literacy is 57.60% and female literacy is 35.07%.