Hathdihan - Dawath, Rohtas
Hathdihan is a village situated in the Dawath subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dawath and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Gidha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hathdihan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hathdihan is 251102. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.8 hectares and falls under the 802226 pincode. Koath is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Hathdihan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Hathdihan
According to the 2011 Census, Hathdihan village had a total population of 2,254 people, including 1,180 males and 1,074 females, living in 384 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.33%, with male literacy at 83.09% and female literacy at 58.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 543.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,254 | 1,180 | 1,074 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 444 | 234 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 288 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,291 | 786 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 963 | 394 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Hathdihan
Hathdihan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parmanpur | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Ramnagar | South | 1.39 km |
| Sughari | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Madhopur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Tilakpura | South | 2.02 km |
| Gopal Dehri | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Bhatauli | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Derhgaon | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Gidha | West | 2.52 km |
| Dehra | South | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hathdihan
Hathdihan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hasanbazar Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.3 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 | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koath to Hathdihan is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Hathdihan is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hathdihan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hathdihan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hathdihan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hathdihan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hathdihan
Where is Hathdihan located?
Hathdihan village is located in Dawath Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hathdihan?
The Gram Panchayat of Hathdihan is Gidha.
What is the pincode of Hathdihan?
The pincode of Hathdihan is 802226.
What is the population of Hathdihan?
Hathdihan had a total population of 2,254, including 1,180 males and 1,074 females.
How many households are there in Hathdihan?
Hathdihan had 384 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hathdihan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hathdihan was 71.33%. Male literacy was 83.09% and female literacy was 58.45%.