Dighi

Dighi is a village located in Chanchal I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.4km away from sub-district headquarter Chanchal (tehsildar office) and 60.6km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Kharba is the gram panchayat of Dighi village.

Dighi has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Dighi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighi is 312194. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732150. English Bazar is nearest town to Dighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.

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Population of Dighi

Below is a concise population overview of Dighi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 560 288 272
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 42 39
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 428 230 198
Illiterate Population 132 58 74

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighi village:

  • The total population of Dighi village is around 560, including approximately 288 males and 272 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Dighi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Dighi village is about 76.43%, with male literacy at 79.86% and female literacy at 72.79%.
  • There are around 111 households in Dighi village.

Connectivity of Dighi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighi. As per the 2011 stats, Dighi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dighi

Knowing the nearby villages of Dighi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighi.

Srikrishnapur Kobaia Islampur Kharba Gopalpur Panchrekha Basilhat Gobindapur Kendua Sahabajpur Khosalpur Arbara

Frequently Asked Questions about Dighi

Where is Dighi located?
Dighi village is situated in Chanchal I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighi is Kharba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dighi?
The pincode of Dighi is 732150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighi is 560, with 288 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dighi village has a total of 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighi is 76.43%. The male literacy rate is 79.86%, while the female literacy rate is 72.79%.