Dighir
About Dighir
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dighir village is 324561. Dighir village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.2km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 42.7km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Dashghara Ii is the gram panchayat of Dighir village.
The total geographical area of village is 178.82 hectares. Dighir has a total population of 2,412 peoples, out of which male population is 1,181 while female population is 1,231. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1042 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dighir village is 66.42% out of which 70.36% males and 62.63% females are literate. There are about 632 houses in dighir village. Pincode of dighir village locality is 712402.
When it comes to administration, Dighir village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Dighir village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to dighir village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Dighir
The population details of Dighir cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,412 | 1,181 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 239 | 124 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,045 | 500 | 545 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 199 | 91 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,602 | 831 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 810 | 350 | 460 |
Connectivity of Dighir
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dighir
Where is Dighir located?
Dighir village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighir?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighir is Dashghara Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dighir?
The pincode of Dighir is 712402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dighir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighir is 2,412, with 1,181 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Dighir as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dighir village has a total of 632 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighir as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighir is 66.42%. The male literacy rate is 70.36%, while the female literacy rate is 62.63%.