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
As per Census 2011, Dihri village has a total population of 840 people, consisting of 409 males and 431 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 505 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 840 | 409 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| 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 has a total population of 840, including 409 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Dihri?
There are 135 households in Dihri.
What is the literacy rate in Dihri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihri is 60.12%. Male literacy is 71.64% and female literacy is 49.19%.