Dighagari
Dighagari is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.7km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 23.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Satithan is the gram panchayat of Dighagari village.
Here you can discover what makes Dighagari unique in its vibrant Polba Dadpur-Hugli region. You’ll see Dighagari’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dighagari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighagari is 325217. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.91 hectares. Chunchura is nearest town to Dighagari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighagari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighagari
Population of Dighagari
According to the 2011 Census, Dighagari has a total population of about 351, with approximately 176 males and 175 females. The sex ratio is around 994 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 83.48%, with male literacy at about 87.50% and female literacy near 79.43%. There are around 70 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighagari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 351 | 176 | 175 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 293 | 154 | 139 |
Illiterate Population | 58 | 22 | 36 |
Connectivity of Dighagari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighagari. As per the 2011 stats, Dighagari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighagari
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighagari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighagari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighagari
- Where is Dighagari located?
- Dighagari village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighagari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighagari is Satithan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dighagari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighagari is 351, with 176 males and 175 females.
- How many households are there in Dighagari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighagari village has a total of 70 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighagari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighagari is 83.48%. The male literacy rate is 87.50%, while the female literacy rate is 79.43%.