Dighanswar
Dighanswar is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.9km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 25.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Satithan is the gram panchayat of Dighanswar village.
Dighanswar 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 Dighanswar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighanswar is 325219. The village spans a total geographical area of 164.38 hectares. Chunchura is nearest town to Dighanswar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighanswar 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 Dighanswar
Population of Dighanswar
Below is a concise population overview of Dighanswar 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighanswar village:
- The total population of Dighanswar village is around 1,380, including approximately 709 males and 671 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Dighanswar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dighanswar village has 646 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 199 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dighanswar village is about 70.07%, with male literacy at 74.61% and female literacy at 65.28%.
- There are around 319 households in Dighanswar village.
Connectivity of Dighanswar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighanswar. As per the 2011 stats, Dighanswar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighanswar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighanswar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighanswar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighanswar
- Where is Dighanswar located?
- Dighanswar village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighanswar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighanswar is Satithan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dighanswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighanswar is 1,380, with 709 males and 671 females.
- How many households are there in Dighanswar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighanswar village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighanswar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighanswar is 70.07%. The male literacy rate is 74.61%, while the female literacy rate is 65.28%.