Dihuri - Hulasganj, Jehanabad
Dihuri is a village situated in the Hulasganj subdivision of Jehanabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hulasganj and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jehanabad . Bauri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihuri is 260576. The village covers a total geographical area of 171 hectares and falls under the 804407 pincode. Jehanabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dihuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghosi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jahanabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dihuri
As per Census 2011, Dihuri village has a total population of 2,173 people, consisting of 1,106 males and 1,067 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,271 literate and 902 illiterate residents. Additionally, 655 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,173 | 1,106 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 182 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 655 | 339 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 766 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 902 | 340 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Dihuri
Dihuri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dadpur | West | 0.94 km |
| Harpur | East | 0.99 km |
| Bauri | North | 1.53 km |
| Kandaul | East | 1.91 km |
| Kewla | West | 2.13 km |
| Tira | South | 2.26 km |
| Khudauri | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Dhuriari | West | 2.68 km |
| Godiha | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Mirapur | South-East | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dihuri
Public transport in the Dihuri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Islampur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jehanabad to Dihuri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dihuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihuri 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 Dihuri
Where is Dihuri located?
Dihuri village is located in Hulasganj Subdivision, Jehanabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihuri is Bauri.
What is the pincode of Dihuri?
The pincode of Dihuri is 804407.
What is the population of Dihuri?
Dihuri has a total population of 2,173, including 1,106 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Dihuri?
There are 332 households in Dihuri.
What is the literacy rate in Dihuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihuri is 58.49%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 47.33%.