Dighanswar
About Dighanswar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dighanswar village is 325219. Dighanswar village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 164.38 hectares. Dighanswar has a total population of 1,380 peoples, out of which male population is 709 while female population is 671. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dighanswar village is 70.07% out of which 74.61% males and 65.28% females are literate. There are about 319 houses in dighanswar village.
When it comes to administration, Dighanswar 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, Dighanswar village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Chunchura is nearest town to dighanswar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Dighanswar
The population details of Dighanswar 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 | 1,380 | 709 | 671 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 646 | 339 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 199 | 97 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 967 | 529 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 413 | 180 | 233 |
Connectivity of Dighanswar
| 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 |
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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%.