Dihri - Nawanagar, Buxar
Dihri is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Maniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihri is 248821. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.2 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dihri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dihri
According to the 2011 Census, Dihri village had a total population of 840 people, including 409 males and 431 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.53%, with male literacy at 86.18% and female literacy at 57.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 840 | 409 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 505 | 293 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 116 | 219 |
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.
| 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 Domraon to Dihri is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Dihri is about 45 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihri is Maniya.
What is the pincode of Dihri?
The pincode of Dihri is 802129.
What is the population of Dihri?
Dihri had a total population of 840, including 409 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Dihri?
Dihri had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dihri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihri was 71.53%. Male literacy was 86.18% and female literacy was 57.92%.