Dip - Lakhnaur, Madhubani
Dip is a village situated in the Lakhnaur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnaur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Deep West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dip village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dip is 220812. The village covers a total geographical area of 1271.1 hectares and falls under the 847403 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dip village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dip
As per Census 2011, Dip village has a total population of 21,564 people, consisting of 11,104 males and 10,460 females. The village has 4,559 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,751 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,765 literate and 10,799 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,156 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dip are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,564 | 11,104 | 10,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,751 | 1,898 | 1,853 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,156 | 1,624 | 1,532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 10,765 | 6,616 | 4,149 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,799 | 4,488 | 6,311 |
Nearby Villages of Dip
Dip 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Az Rakbe Dip | West | 1.48 km |
| Bijulipur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Az Rakbe Siwaisinghpur | East | 1.96 km |
| Godhanpur | North | 2.25 km |
| Raghonagar | West | 2.27 km |
| Siwaisinghpur | East | 2.41 km |
| Kaithinia | West | 3.30 km |
| Kachhua | East | 3.61 km |
| Sukhet | North | 4.01 km |
| Kachhwi | North-East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dip
Dip is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhanjharpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Dip is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Dip is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dip
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dip village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dip
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dip village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dip
Where is Dip located?
Dip village is located in Lakhnaur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dip?
The Gram Panchayat of Dip is Deep West.
What is the pincode of Dip?
The pincode of Dip is 847403.
What is the population of Dip?
Dip has a total population of 21,564, including 11,104 males and 10,460 females.
How many households are there in Dip?
There are 4,559 households in Dip.
What is the literacy rate in Dip?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dip is 49.92%. Male literacy is 59.58% and female literacy is 39.67%.