Dihri - Harnaut, Nalanda
Dihri is a village situated in the Harnaut subdivision of Nalanda district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harnaut and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Biharsharif. Dihri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihri is 244243. The village covers a total geographical area of 1074 hectares and falls under the 803110 pincode. Biharsharif is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dihri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dihri
As per Census 2011, Dihri village has a total population of 11,229 people, consisting of 5,908 males and 5,321 females. The village has 1,926 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,298 literate and 5,931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4,575 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,229 | 5,908 | 5,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,164 | 1,107 | 1,057 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4,575 | 2,395 | 2,180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 5,298 | 3,311 | 1,987 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,931 | 2,597 | 3,334 |
Nearby Villages of Dihri
Dihri 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 Dihri
Dihri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Dihri has a railway station.
| 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 Biharsharif to Dihri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dihri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dihri
Where is Dihri located?
Dihri village is located in Harnaut Subdivision, Nalanda district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihri?
Dihri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dihri?
The pincode of Dihri is 803110.
What is the population of Dihri?
Dihri has a total population of 11,229, including 5,908 males and 5,321 females.
How many households are there in Dihri?
There are 1,926 households in Dihri.
What is the literacy rate in Dihri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihri is 47.18%. Male literacy is 56.04% and female literacy is 37.34%.