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.
Here you can discover what makes Dighua unique in its vibrant Harischandrapur I-Maldah region. You’ll see Dighua’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 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.
Google Map of Dighua
Population of Dighua
According to the 2011 Census, Dighua has a total population of about 1,463, with approximately 755 males and 708 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 143 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.50%, with male literacy at about 48.87% and female literacy near 39.83%. There are around 378 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.