Dighaldanga - Singur, Hooghly
Dighaldanga is a village situated in the Singur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.7 km from Singur. Mirzapurbankipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dighaldanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dighaldanga is 325523. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.09 hectares and falls under the 712409 pincode. Baidobati is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Dighaldanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Singur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dighaldanga
According to the 2011 Census, Dighaldanga village had a total population of 1,471 people, including 745 males and 726 females, living in 342 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.46%, with male literacy at 89.11% and female literacy at 79.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 203.
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 | 1,471 | 745 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 102 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 614 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 131 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Dighaldanga
Dighaldanga 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 Dighaldanga
Dighaldanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dighaldanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Baidobati to Dighaldanga is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dighaldanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dighaldanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dighaldanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dighaldanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dighaldanga
Where is Dighaldanga located?
Dighaldanga village is located in Singur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dighaldanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighaldanga is Mirzapurbankipur.
What is the pincode of Dighaldanga?
The pincode of Dighaldanga is 712409.
What is the population of Dighaldanga?
Dighaldanga had a total population of 1,471, including 745 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Dighaldanga?
Dighaldanga had 342 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighaldanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dighaldanga was 84.46%. Male literacy was 89.11% and female literacy was 79.67%.