Digha - Egra - I, Purba Medinipur
Digha is a village situated in the Egra - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Barida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digha is 346597. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.09 hectares and falls under the 721443 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Digha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Digha
According to the 2011 Census, Digha village had a total population of 284 people, including 156 males and 128 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.80%, with male literacy at 97.84% and female literacy at 84.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 156 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 136 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Digha
Digha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digha
Public transport in the Digha is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Digha is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Digha
Where is Digha located?
Digha village is located in Egra - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Digha?
The Gram Panchayat of Digha is Barida.
What is the pincode of Digha?
The pincode of Digha is 721443.
What is the population of Digha?
Digha had a total population of 284, including 156 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Digha?
Digha had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digha was 91.80%. Male literacy was 97.84% and female literacy was 84.62%.