Pachadighi - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Pachadighi is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 88.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Beroil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pachadighi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pachadighi is 310364. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.91 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pachadighi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pachadighi
According to the 2011 Census, Pachadighi village had a total population of 188 people, including 87 males and 101 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,161 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.00%, with male literacy at 78.38% and female literacy at 62.79%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 87 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 29 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Pachadighi
Pachadighi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pachadighi
Pachadighi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaliaganj to Pachadighi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Pachadighi is about 88.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pachadighi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pachadighi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pachadighi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pachadighi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pachadighi
Where is Pachadighi located?
Pachadighi village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pachadighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pachadighi is Beroil.
What is the pincode of Pachadighi?
The pincode of Pachadighi is 733132.
What is the population of Pachadighi?
Pachadighi had a total population of 188, including 87 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Pachadighi?
Pachadighi had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pachadighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pachadighi was 70.00%. Male literacy was 78.38% and female literacy was 62.79%.