Digha

Digha is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.1km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Digha village. As per 2009 stats, Sarishakhola is the gram panchayat of Digha village.

Digha has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Digha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Digha is 338555. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721156. Midnapur is nearest town to Digha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Digha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 206 104 102
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 9 12
Scheduled Castes (SC) 187 95 92
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 174 91 83
Illiterate Population 32 13 19

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

  • The total population of Digha village is around 206, including approximately 104 males and 102 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Digha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Digha village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Digha village is about 84.47%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 81.37%.
  • There are around 48 households in Digha village.

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 village
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.

Haratala Bhagirath Bar Amar Chak Damgerya Bairat Golagerya Dhoba Gerya Teghari Bara Chand Bar Ajodhya Bar Kapash Tikri

Frequently Asked Questions about Digha

Where is Digha located?
Digha village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Digha?
The Gram Panchayat of Digha is Sarishakhola (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 721156, 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 206, with 104 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Digha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Digha village has a total of 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Digha is 84.47%. The male literacy rate is 87.50%, while the female literacy rate is 81.37%.