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.
Dighagari has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Dighagari as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighagari village:
- The total population of Dighagari village is around 351, including approximately 176 males and 175 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 32 children aged 0–6 years in Dighagari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Dighagari village is about 83.48%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 79.43%.
- There are around 70 households in Dighagari village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.