Dirawan
Dirawan is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Kurmawan is the gram panchayat of Dirawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Dirawan unique in its vibrant Bodh Gaya-Gaya region. You’ll see Dirawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dirawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dirawan is 256484. The village spans a total geographical area of 348 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Dirawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dirawan
Population of Dirawan
According to the 2011 Census, Dirawan has a total population of about 2,869, with approximately 1,499 males and 1,370 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 624 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,134 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.41%, with male literacy at about 55.57% and female literacy near 40.58%. There are around 468 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dirawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,869 | 1,499 | 1,370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 624 | 329 | 295 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,134 | 567 | 567 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 833 | 556 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,480 | 666 | 814 |
Connectivity of Dirawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dirawan. As per the 2011 stats, Dirawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dirawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Dirawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dirawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dirawan
- Where is Dirawan located?
- Dirawan village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dirawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dirawan is Kurmawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dirawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dirawan is 2,869, with 1,499 males and 1,370 females.
- How many households are there in Dirawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dirawan village has a total of 468 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dirawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dirawan is 48.41%. The male literacy rate is 55.57%, while the female literacy rate is 40.58%.