Digha

Digha is a village located in Nakashipara subdivision of Nadia district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.6km away from sub-district headquarter Nakashipara (tehsildar office) and 25.6km away from district headquarter Krishnanagar. As per 2009 stats, Dogachhia is the gram panchayat of Digha village.

Here you can discover what makes Digha unique in its vibrant Nakashipara-Nadia region. You’ll see Digha’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 Digha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Digha is 321513. The village spans a total geographical area of 341.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 741154. Krishnagar is nearest town to Digha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

When it comes to local governance, Digha 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 Nakashipara 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.

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Population of Digha

According to the 2011 Census, Digha has a total population of about 4,236, with approximately 2,131 males and 2,105 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 549 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.31%, with male literacy at about 49.27% and female literacy near 57.39%. There are around 875 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Digha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,236 2,131 2,105
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 549 305 244
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 4 2
Literate Population 2,258 1,050 1,208
Illiterate Population 1,978 1,081 897

Connectivity of Digha

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Digha

Where is Digha located?
Digha village is situated in Nakashipara Subdivision, within the Nadia district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digha?
The Gram Panchayat of Digha is Dogachhia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Digha?
The pincode of Digha is 741154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Digha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Digha is 4,236, with 2,131 males and 2,105 females.
How many households are there in Digha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Digha village has a total of 875 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Digha is 53.31%. The male literacy rate is 49.27%, while the female literacy rate is 57.39%.