Dighi
Dighi is a village located in Manbazar Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.4km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 56.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Dighi village is also a gram panchayat.
Dighi has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Dighi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighi is 332218. The village spans a total geographical area of 543.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723131. Purulia is nearest town to Dighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Dighi
Population of Dighi
Below is a concise population overview of Dighi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 2,110 | 1,034 | 1,076 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 129 | 137 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 106 | 125 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 664 | 315 | 349 |
Literate Population | 1,107 | 655 | 452 |
Illiterate Population | 1,003 | 379 | 624 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dighi village:
- The total population of Dighi village is around 2,110, including approximately 1,034 males and 1,076 females, with a sex ratio of 1040 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 266 children aged 0–6 years in Dighi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dighi village has 231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 664 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dighi village is about 52.46%, with male literacy at 63.35% and female literacy at 42.01%.
- There are around 449 households in Dighi village.
Connectivity of Dighi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighi. As per the 2011 stats, Dighi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighi
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighi
- Where is Dighi located?
- Dighi village is situated in Manbazar Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighi?
- Dighi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dighi?
- The pincode of Dighi is 723131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighi is 2,110, with 1,034 males and 1,076 females.
- How many households are there in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighi village has a total of 449 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighi is 52.46%. The male literacy rate is 63.35%, while the female literacy rate is 42.01%.