Dighalkandi
Dighalkandi is a village located in Karimpur Ii subdivision of Nadia district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17.2km away from sub-district headquarter Rahamatpur (tehsildar office) and 77.5km away from district headquarter Krishnanagar. As per 2009 stats, Dighal Kandi is the gram panchayat of Dighalkandi village.
Dighalkandi has its own place in the vibrant Nadia 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 Dighalkandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighalkandi is 321187. The village spans a total geographical area of 87.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 741152. Krishnagar is nearest town to Dighalkandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 84km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighalkandi 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 Tehatta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighalkandi
Population of Dighalkandi
Below is a concise population overview of Dighalkandi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,734 | 1,408 | 1,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 132 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,539 | 783 | 756 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,568 | 870 | 698 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,166 | 538 | 628 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighalkandi village:
- The total population of Dighalkandi village is around 2,734, including approximately 1,408 males and 1,326 females, with a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 271 children aged 0–6 years in Dighalkandi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dighalkandi village has 1,539 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dighalkandi village is about 57.35%, with male literacy at 61.79% and female literacy at 52.64%.
- There are around 684 households in Dighalkandi village.
Connectivity of Dighalkandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighalkandi. As per the 2011 stats, Dighalkandi 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 Dighalkandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighalkandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighalkandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighalkandi
- Where is Dighalkandi located?
- Dighalkandi village is situated in Karimpur Ii Subdivision, within the Nadia district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighalkandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighalkandi is Dighal Kandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dighalkandi?
- The pincode of Dighalkandi is 741152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighalkandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighalkandi is 2,734, with 1,408 males and 1,326 females.
- How many households are there in Dighalkandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighalkandi village has a total of 684 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighalkandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighalkandi is 57.35%. The male literacy rate is 61.79%, while the female literacy rate is 52.64%.