Dihingia - Bokakhat, Golaghat
Dihingia is a village situated in the Bokakhat subdivision of Golaghat district, Assam. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bokakhat and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Golaghat. Madhya Mahura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihingia is 294277. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.14 hectares and falls under the 785612 pincode. Bokakhat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dihingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dihingia
As per Census 2011, Dihingia village has a total population of 983 people, consisting of 503 males and 480 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 847 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 194 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihingia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 983 | 503 | 480 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 96 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 449 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 54 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Dihingia
Dihingia 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 Dihingia
Dihingia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bokakhat to Dihingia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Golaghat to Dihingia is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihingia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dihingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihingia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dihingia
Where is Dihingia located?
Dihingia village is located in Bokakhat Subdivision, Golaghat district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihingia is Madhya Mahura.
What is the pincode of Dihingia?
The pincode of Dihingia is 785612.
What is the population of Dihingia?
Dihingia has a total population of 983, including 503 males and 480 females.
How many households are there in Dihingia?
There are 236 households in Dihingia.
What is the literacy rate in Dihingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihingia is 86.16%. Male literacy is 89.26% and female literacy is 82.92%.