Dihing T.E. - Margherita, Tinsukia
Dihing T.E. is a village situated in the Margherita subdivision of Tinsukia district, Assam. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Margherita and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Tinsukia. Makumpathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihing T.E. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihing T.E. is 290901. The village covers a total geographical area of 701 hectares and falls under the 786181 pincode. Margherita is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Dihing T.E. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Margherita Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dibrugarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dihing T.E.
As per Census 2011, Dihing T.E. village has a total population of 4,916 people, consisting of 2,434 males and 2,482 females. The village has 1,016 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 691 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,235 literate and 2,681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihing T.E. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,916 | 2,434 | 2,482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 691 | 361 | 330 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 2,235 | 1,303 | 932 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,681 | 1,131 | 1,550 |
Nearby Villages of Dihing T.E.
Dihing T.E. 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 Dihing T.E.
Dihing T.E. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dihing T.E..
| 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 Margherita to Dihing T.E. is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tinsukia to Dihing T.E. is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihing T.E.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihing T.E. 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 Dihing T.E.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihing T.E. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dihing T.E.
Where is Dihing T.E. located?
Dihing T.E. village is located in Margherita Subdivision, Tinsukia district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihing T.E.?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihing T.E. is Makumpathar.
What is the pincode of Dihing T.E.?
The pincode of Dihing T.E. is 786181.
What is the population of Dihing T.E.?
Dihing T.E. has a total population of 4,916, including 2,434 males and 2,482 females.
How many households are there in Dihing T.E.?
There are 1,016 households in Dihing T.E..
What is the literacy rate in Dihing T.E.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihing T.E. is 45.46%. Male literacy is 53.53% and female literacy is 37.55%.