Dightor
Dightor is a village located in Saltora subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.5km away from sub-district headquarter Saltora. Bankura is the district headquarter of Dightor village. As per 2009 stats, Saltora is the gram panchayat of Dightor village.
Here you can discover what makes Dightor unique in its vibrant Saltora-Bankura region. You’ll see Dightor’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 Dightor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dightor is 326048. The village spans a total geographical area of 351.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722158. Ranijang is nearest town to Dightor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Dightor
Population of Dightor
According to the 2011 Census, Dightor has a total population of about 1,686, with approximately 845 males and 841 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 256 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 467 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 597. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.08%, with male literacy at about 59.53% and female literacy near 30.56%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dightor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,686 | 845 | 841 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 111 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 235 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 597 | 280 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 503 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 342 | 584 |
Connectivity of Dightor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dightor. As per the 2011 stats, Dightor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dightor
Knowing the nearby villages of Dightor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dightor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dightor
- Where is Dightor located?
- Dightor village is situated in Saltora Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dightor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dightor is Saltora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dightor?
- The pincode of Dightor is 722158, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dightor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dightor is 1,686, with 845 males and 841 females.
- How many households are there in Dightor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dightor village has a total of 335 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dightor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dightor is 45.08%. The male literacy rate is 59.53%, while the female literacy rate is 30.56%.