Mather Dighi
Mather Dighi is a village located in Canning Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.3km away from sub-district headquarter Canning (tehsildar office) and 64.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Matherdighi is the gram panchayat of Mather Dighi village.
Mather Dighi has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas 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 Mather Dighi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mather Dighi is 333871. The village spans a total geographical area of 1038.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743329. Canning is nearest town to Mather Dighi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mather Dighi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Mather Dighi
Below is a concise population overview of Mather 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 | 13,524 | 6,836 | 6,688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,247 | 1,128 | 1,119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,029 | 2,091 | 1,938 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 721 | 362 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 8,256 | 4,585 | 3,671 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,268 | 2,251 | 3,017 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mather Dighi village:
- The total population of Mather Dighi village is around 13,524, including approximately 6,836 males and 6,688 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,247 children aged 0–6 years in Mather Dighi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mather Dighi village has 4,029 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 721 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mather Dighi village is about 61.05%, with male literacy at 67.07% and female literacy at 54.89%.
- There are around 2,802 households in Mather Dighi village.
Connectivity of Mather Dighi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mather Dighi. As per the 2011 stats, Mather Dighi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mather Dighi
Knowing the nearby villages of Mather Dighi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mather Dighi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mather Dighi
- Where is Mather Dighi located?
- Mather Dighi village is situated in Canning Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mather Dighi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mather Dighi is Matherdighi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mather Dighi?
- The pincode of Mather Dighi is 743329, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mather Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mather Dighi is 13,524, with 6,836 males and 6,688 females.
- How many households are there in Mather Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mather Dighi village has a total of 2,802 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mather Dighi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mather Dighi is 61.05%. The male literacy rate is 67.07%, while the female literacy rate is 54.89%.