Dighalgaon
Dighalgaon is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Dighalgaon village. As per 2009 stats, Rasakhowa I is the gram panchayat of Dighalgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Dighalgaon unique in its vibrant Karandighi-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Dighalgaon’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 Dighalgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dighalgaon is 309437. The village spans a total geographical area of 541.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733210. Dalkhola is nearest town to Dighalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dighalgaon 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 Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dighalgaon
Population of Dighalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dighalgaon has a total population of about 3,780, with approximately 1,927 males and 1,853 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 786 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 405 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 330. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.73%, with male literacy at about 49.30% and female literacy near 37.94%. There are around 641 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dighalgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,780 | 1,927 | 1,853 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 786 | 412 | 374 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 217 | 188 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 164 | 166 |
Literate Population | 1,653 | 950 | 703 |
Illiterate Population | 2,127 | 977 | 1,150 |
Connectivity of Dighalgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dighalgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dighalgaon 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 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dighalgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dighalgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dighalgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dighalgaon
- Where is Dighalgaon located?
- Dighalgaon village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dighalgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dighalgaon is Rasakhowa I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dighalgaon?
- The pincode of Dighalgaon is 733210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dighalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dighalgaon is 3,780, with 1,927 males and 1,853 females.
- How many households are there in Dighalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dighalgaon village has a total of 641 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dighalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dighalgaon is 43.73%. The male literacy rate is 49.30%, while the female literacy rate is 37.94%.