Dighanswar - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Dighanswar is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.9 km from Polba and around 25.1 km from Chinsura. Satithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighanswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighanswar is 325219. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.38 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Dighanswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighanswar
As per Census 2011, Dighanswar village has a total population of 1,380 people, consisting of 709 males and 671 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 967 literate and 413 illiterate residents. Additionally, 646 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 199 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dighanswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 709 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 339 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 97 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 967 | 529 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 180 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Dighanswar
Dighanswar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purbasikta | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Puinan | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Damurpur | North-East | 1.40 km |
| Goswami Malipara | East | 1.59 km |
| Nagpal | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Jagannathpur | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Kunchpala | North | 2.14 km |
| Dighagari | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Mogalpur | West | 2.28 km |
| Talchinan-sanihati | South | 2.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dighanswar
Dighanswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belmuri, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunchura to Dighanswar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dighanswar is about 25.1 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighanswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighanswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dighanswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighanswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dighanswar
Where is Dighanswar located?
Dighanswar village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighanswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighanswar is Satithan.
What is the pincode of Dighanswar?
The pincode of Dighanswar is 712305.
What is the population of Dighanswar?
Dighanswar has a total population of 1,380, including 709 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Dighanswar?
There are 319 households in Dighanswar.
What is the literacy rate in Dighanswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighanswar is 70.07%. Male literacy is 74.61% and female literacy is 65.28%.