Dilia - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Dilia is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Diliyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dilia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dilia is 247547. The village covers a total geographical area of 463 hectares and falls under the 802201 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dilia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dilia
According to the 2011 Census, Dilia village had a total population of 4,108 people, including 2,156 males and 1,952 females, living in 622 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.89%, with male literacy at 73.74% and female literacy at 46.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 837, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 4,108 | 2,156 | 1,952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 774 | 404 | 370 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 837 | 429 | 408 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,030 | 1,292 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,078 | 864 | 1,214 |
Nearby Villages of Dilia
Dilia 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 Dilia
Dilia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Dilia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dilia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dilia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dilia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dilia 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 Dilia
Where is Dilia located?
Dilia village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dilia?
The Gram Panchayat of Dilia is Diliyan.
What is the pincode of Dilia?
The pincode of Dilia is 802201.
What is the population of Dilia?
Dilia had a total population of 4,108, including 2,156 males and 1,952 females.
How many households are there in Dilia?
Dilia had 622 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dilia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dilia was 60.89%. Male literacy was 73.74% and female literacy was 46.65%.