Dahigana - Dumraon, Buxar
Dahigana is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Ataon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dahigana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dahigana is 248176. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.3 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Dahigana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dahigana
As per Census 2011, Dahigana village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 192 males and 192 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 212 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dahigana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 192 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 31 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 212 | 128 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 64 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Dahigana
Dahigana 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 Dahigana
Dahigana 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 >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 Dumraon to Dahigana is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Dahigana is about 29 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 Dahigana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dahigana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dahigana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dahigana 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dahigana
Where is Dahigana located?
Dahigana village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dahigana?
The Gram Panchayat of Dahigana is Ataon.
What is the pincode of Dahigana?
The pincode of Dahigana is 802119.
What is the population of Dahigana?
Dahigana has a total population of 384, including 192 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Dahigana?
There are 66 households in Dahigana.
What is the literacy rate in Dahigana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dahigana is 55.21%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 43.75%.