Dimha - Gopalpur, Bhagalpur
Dimha is a village situated in the Gopalpur subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gopalpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Gopalpur Dimaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimha is 238998. The village covers a total geographical area of 895 hectares and falls under the 853204 pincode. Nawgachhia is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Dimha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dimha
According to the 2011 Census, Dimha village had a total population of 6,232 people, including 3,365 males and 2,867 females, living in 1,131 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.70%, with male literacy at 72.34% and female literacy at 53.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 710.
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 | 6,232 | 3,365 | 2,867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,229 | 635 | 594 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 710 | 404 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,187 | 1,975 | 1,212 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,045 | 1,390 | 1,655 |
Nearby Villages of Dimha
Dimha 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 Dimha
Public transport in the Dimha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nawgachhia to Dimha is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Dimha is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dimha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dimha 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dimha
Where is Dimha located?
Dimha village is located in Gopalpur Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dimha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimha is Gopalpur Dimaha.
What is the pincode of Dimha?
The pincode of Dimha is 853204.
What is the population of Dimha?
Dimha had a total population of 6,232, including 3,365 males and 2,867 females.
How many households are there in Dimha?
Dimha had 1,131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dimha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimha was 63.70%. Male literacy was 72.34% and female literacy was 53.32%.