Direal - Naharkatiya, Dibrugarh
Direal is a village situated in the Naharkatiya subdivision of Dibrugarh district, Assam. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naharkatiya and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Dibrugarh. Balimara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Direal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Direal is 292400. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.62 hectares and falls under the 786610 pincode. Dibrugarh is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Direal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Direal
According to the 2011 Census, Direal village had a total population of 544 people, including 285 males and 259 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.10%, with male literacy at 85.66% and female literacy at 63.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 544 | 285 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 215 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 70 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Direal
Direal 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 Direal
Public transport in the Direal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Direal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dibrugarh to Direal is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Direal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Direal 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 Direal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Direal 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 Direal
Where is Direal located?
Direal village is located in Naharkatiya Subdivision, Dibrugarh district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Direal?
The Gram Panchayat of Direal is Balimara.
What is the pincode of Direal?
The pincode of Direal is 786610.
What is the population of Direal?
Direal had a total population of 544, including 285 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Direal?
Direal had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Direal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Direal was 75.10%. Male literacy was 85.66% and female literacy was 63.44%.