Digsui - Chinsurah - Magra, Hooghly
Digsui is a village situated in the Chinsurah - Magra subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.5 km from Chinsurah and around 18.7 km from Chinsura. Digsuihoyera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digsui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digsui is 325050. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.63 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Bansbaria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Digsui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digsui
As per Census 2011, Digsui village has a total population of 4,183 people, consisting of 2,122 males and 2,061 females. The village has 1,026 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 360 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,919 literate and 1,264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,468 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 875 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Digsui are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,183 | 2,122 | 2,061 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 172 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,468 | 733 | 735 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 875 | 450 | 425 |
| Literate Population | 2,919 | 1,624 | 1,295 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,264 | 498 | 766 |
Nearby Villages of Digsui
Digsui 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raypur | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Mamudpur | South-West | 0.95 km |
| Kabirhati | South | 1.61 km |
| Gannegar | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Fatepur | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Rajarambati | South | 2.06 km |
| Dakshin Gopalpur | East | 2.13 km |
| Asfal | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Demra | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Bagri | North | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Digsui
Digsui is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talandu, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansbaria to Digsui is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Digsui is about 18.7 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 Digsui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digsui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Digsui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digsui 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digsui
Where is Digsui located?
Digsui village is located in Chinsurah - Magra Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digsui?
The Gram Panchayat of Digsui is Digsuihoyera.
What is the pincode of Digsui?
The pincode of Digsui is 712148.
What is the population of Digsui?
Digsui has a total population of 4,183, including 2,122 males and 2,061 females.
How many households are there in Digsui?
There are 1,026 households in Digsui.
What is the literacy rate in Digsui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digsui is 69.78%. Male literacy is 76.53% and female literacy is 62.83%.