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.
Here you can discover what makes Digha unique in its vibrant Keshpur-Paschim Medinipur 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 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.
Google Map of Digha
Population of Digha
According to the 2011 Census, Digha has a total population of about 206, with approximately 104 males and 102 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 187 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 84.47%, with male literacy at about 87.50% and female literacy near 81.37%. There are around 48 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 |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.