Digha
Digha is a village located in Gaighata subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.7km away from sub-district headquarter Gaighata (tehsildar office) and 44.2km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Duma is the gram panchayat of Digha village.
Here you can discover what makes Digha unique in its vibrant Gaighata-North Twenty Four Parganas 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 322743. The village spans a total geographical area of 301.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743245. Bangoan is nearest town to Digha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Digha
Population of Digha
According to the 2011 Census, Digha has a total population of about 3,971, with approximately 2,025 males and 1,946 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 351 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,820 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.30%, with male literacy at about 74.77% and female literacy near 61.56%. There are around 935 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,971 | 2,025 | 1,946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 171 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,820 | 914 | 906 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,712 | 1,514 | 1,198 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,259 | 511 | 748 |
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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Gaighata Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Digha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Digha is Duma (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 743245, 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 3,971, with 2,025 males and 1,946 females.
- How many households are there in Digha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Digha village has a total of 935 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Digha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Digha is 68.30%. The male literacy rate is 74.77%, while the female literacy rate is 61.56%.