Dihri - Piro, Bhojpur
Dihri is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Agiaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihri is 247349. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 802159 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dihri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arrah Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Dihri
As per Census 2011, Dihri village has a total population of 999 people, consisting of 524 males and 475 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 705 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 999 | 524 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 103 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 99 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 211 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 705 | 313 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Dihri
Dihri 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 Dihri
Dihri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dihri.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Dihri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Dihri 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 Dihri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihri 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 Dihri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dihri
Where is Dihri located?
Dihri village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihri is Agiaon.
What is the pincode of Dihri?
The pincode of Dihri is 802159.
What is the population of Dihri?
Dihri has a total population of 999, including 524 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Dihri?
There are 162 households in Dihri.
What is the literacy rate in Dihri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihri is 29.43%. Male literacy is 40.27% and female literacy is 17.47%.