Dighra

Dighra is a village located in Raina Ii subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.1km away from sub-district headquarter Shyamsundar. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Dighra village. As per 2009 stats, Arui is the gram panchayat of Dighra village.

Dighra has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dighra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighra is 321033. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713421. Burdwan is nearest town to Dighra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.

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Population of Dighra

Below is a concise population overview of Dighra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 986 502 484
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 57 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 491 245 246
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 720 392 328
Illiterate Population 266 110 156

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighra village:

  • The total population of Dighra village is around 986, including approximately 502 males and 484 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Dighra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dighra village has 491 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dighra village is about 73.02%, with male literacy at 78.09% and female literacy at 67.77%.
  • There are around 219 households in Dighra village.

Connectivity of Dighra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighra. As per the 2011 stats, Dighra 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Dighra

Knowing the nearby villages of Dighra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighra.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dighra

Where is Dighra located?
Dighra village is situated in Raina Ii Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighra is Arui (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dighra?
The pincode of Dighra is 713421, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dighra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighra is 986, with 502 males and 484 females.
How many households are there in Dighra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dighra village has a total of 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighra is 73.02%. The male literacy rate is 78.09%, while the female literacy rate is 67.77%.