Dhenu Dih - Singhia, Samastipur
Dhenu Dih is a village situated in the Singhia subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Singhia and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Nirpur Bhararia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhenu Dih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhenu Dih is 237221. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 848209 pincode. Rosera is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Dhenu Dih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rosera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Samastipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhenu Dih
As per Census 2011, Dhenu Dih village has a total population of 738 people, consisting of 356 males and 382 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 330 literate and 408 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhenu Dih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 738 | 356 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 206 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 150 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Dhenu Dih
Dhenu Dih 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 Dhenu Dih
Dhenu Dih is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Rosera to Dhenu Dih is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Dhenu Dih is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhenu Dih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhenu Dih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhenu Dih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhenu Dih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhenu Dih
Where is Dhenu Dih located?
Dhenu Dih village is located in Singhia Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhenu Dih?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhenu Dih is Nirpur Bhararia.
What is the pincode of Dhenu Dih?
The pincode of Dhenu Dih is 848209.
What is the population of Dhenu Dih?
Dhenu Dih has a total population of 738, including 356 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Dhenu Dih?
There are 107 households in Dhenu Dih.
What is the literacy rate in Dhenu Dih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhenu Dih is 44.72%. Male literacy is 57.87% and female literacy is 32.46%.