Dihupur - Nawanagar, Buxar
Dihupur is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Athar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihupur is 248830. The village covers a total geographical area of 141 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dihupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dihupur
According to the 2011 Census, Dihupur village had a total population of 642 people, including 338 males and 304 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.04%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 68.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 642 | 338 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 266 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 72 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Dihupur
Dihupur 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 Dihupur
Dihupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Domraon to Dihupur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Dihupur is about 30 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 Dihupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihupur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dihupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihupur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dihupur
Where is Dihupur located?
Dihupur village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihupur is Athar.
What is the pincode of Dihupur?
The pincode of Dihupur is 802129.
What is the population of Dihupur?
Dihupur had a total population of 642, including 338 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Dihupur?
Dihupur had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dihupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihupur was 80.04%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 68.36%.