Dira - Halsi, Lakhisarai
Dira is a village situated in the Halsi subdivision of Lakhisarai district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Halsi and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Lakhisarai. Mohaddinagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dira is 243801. The village covers a total geographical area of 136 hectares and falls under the 811311 pincode. Lakhisarai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dira
As per Census 2011, Dira village has a total population of 2,048 people, consisting of 995 males and 1,053 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 423 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,063 literate and 985 illiterate residents. Additionally, 284 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,048 | 995 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 213 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 121 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,063 | 574 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 421 | 564 |
Nearby Villages of Dira
Dira 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 Dira
Dira 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 Lakhisarai to Dira is about 25 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 Dira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dira 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dira 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 Dira
Where is Dira located?
Dira village is located in Halsi Subdivision, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dira?
The Gram Panchayat of Dira is Mohaddinagar.
What is the pincode of Dira?
The pincode of Dira is 811311.
What is the population of Dira?
Dira has a total population of 2,048, including 995 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Dira?
There are 322 households in Dira.
What is the literacy rate in Dira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dira is 51.90%. Male literacy is 57.69% and female literacy is 46.44%.