Dighua

Dighua is a village located in Harischandrapur I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.1km away from sub-district headquarter Harischandrapur (tehsildar office) and 67.4km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Rashidabad is the gram panchayat of Dighua village.

Dighua 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 Dighua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighua is 312014. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732140. Malda is nearest town to Dighua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 91km away.

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Population of Dighua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,463 755 708
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 228 116 112
Scheduled Castes (SC) 143 71 72
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 651 369 282
Illiterate Population 812 386 426

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

  • The total population of Dighua village is around 1,463, including approximately 755 males and 708 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Dighua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dighua village has 143 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Dighua village is about 44.50%, with male literacy at 48.87% and female literacy at 39.83%.
  • There are around 378 households in Dighua village.

Connectivity of Dighua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighua. As per the 2011 stats, Dighua 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 Dighua

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

Chayenpur Panchla Lahad Uttar Gauripur Mahadebpur Saldaha Chandipur Srichandrapur Kamarta Tulsihata Salalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Dighua

Where is Dighua located?
Dighua village is situated in Harischandrapur I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dighua?
The Gram Panchayat of Dighua is Rashidabad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dighua?
The pincode of Dighua is 732140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dighua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighua is 1,463, with 755 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Dighua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dighua village has a total of 378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dighua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighua is 44.50%. The male literacy rate is 48.87%, while the female literacy rate is 39.83%.