Diara - Mankachar, South Salmara Mancachar
Diara is a village situated in the Mankachar subdivision of South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 55 km from Dhubri. Puran Diara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Diara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diara is 281691. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.85 hectares and falls under the 783131 pincode. Dhubri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Diara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birsing Jarua Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhubri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Diara
As per Census 2011, Diara village has a total population of 4,054 people, consisting of 2,053 males and 2,001 females. The village has 1,032 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 827 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,589 literate and 2,465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Diara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,054 | 2,053 | 2,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 827 | 392 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,589 | 898 | 691 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,465 | 1,155 | 1,310 |
Nearby Villages of Diara
Diara 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 Diara
Diara 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhubri to Diara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhubri to Diara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Diara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Diara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Diara
Where is Diara located?
Diara village is located in Mankachar Subdivision, South Salmara Mancachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Diara?
The Gram Panchayat of Diara is Puran Diara.
What is the pincode of Diara?
The pincode of Diara is 783131.
What is the population of Diara?
Diara has a total population of 4,054, including 2,053 males and 2,001 females.
How many households are there in Diara?
There are 1,032 households in Diara.
What is the literacy rate in Diara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diara is 39.20%. Male literacy is 43.74% and female literacy is 34.53%.