Dighaltari
Dighaltari is a village located in Dinhata Ii subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.4km away from sub-district headquarter Sahebganj (tehsildar office) and 33.6km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Okrabari is the gram panchayat of Dighaltari village.
Here you can discover what makes Dighaltari unique in its vibrant Dinhata Ii-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Dighaltari’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 Dighaltari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighaltari is 308607. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736134. Dinhata is nearest town to Dighaltari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighaltari 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 Sitai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighaltari
Population of Dighaltari
According to the 2011 Census, Dighaltari has a total population of about 3,467, with approximately 1,771 males and 1,696 females. The sex ratio is around 957 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 431 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,750 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.41%, with male literacy at about 66.06% and female literacy near 56.54%. There are around 786 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighaltari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,467 | 1,771 | 1,696 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 227 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,750 | 903 | 847 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,129 | 1,170 | 959 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,338 | 601 | 737 |
Connectivity of Dighaltari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighaltari. As per the 2011 stats, Dighaltari 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighaltari
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighaltari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighaltari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighaltari
- Where is Dighaltari located?
- Dighaltari village is situated in Dinhata Ii Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighaltari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighaltari is Okrabari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dighaltari?
- The pincode of Dighaltari is 736134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighaltari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighaltari is 3,467, with 1,771 males and 1,696 females.
- How many households are there in Dighaltari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighaltari village has a total of 786 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighaltari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighaltari is 61.41%. The male literacy rate is 66.06%, while the female literacy rate is 56.54%.