Daihan - Kumarda, Rajnandgaon
Daihan is a village situated in the Kumarda tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Chhuriya and around 45 km from Rajnandgaon. Daihan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daihan is 441017. The village covers a total geographical area of 412.66 hectares and falls under the 491558 pincode. Dongargaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Daihan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daihan
As per Census 2011, Daihan village has a total population of 1,266 people, consisting of 639 males and 627 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 830 literate and 436 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 222 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daihan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,266 | 639 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 43 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 830 | 477 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 436 | 162 | 274 |
Nearby Villages of Daihan
Daihan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mawalichuwa | West | 1.70 km |
| Thaili Tola | South | 1.83 km |
| Thakur Bandha | North | 2.15 km |
| Latmeta | East | 2.22 km |
| Jadu Tola | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Keshal | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Joratarai | South-East | 2.72 km |
| Shikari Tola | South | 3.10 km |
| Harra Tola | North-West | 3.14 km |
| Munjal Pathari | North-East | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daihan
Daihan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dongargaon to Daihan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Daihan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daihan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daihan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daihan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daihan 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 Daihan
Where is Daihan located?
Daihan village is located in Kumarda Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daihan?
Daihan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daihan?
The pincode of Daihan is 491558.
What is the population of Daihan?
Daihan has a total population of 1,266, including 639 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Daihan?
There are 259 households in Daihan.
What is the literacy rate in Daihan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daihan is 65.56%. Male literacy is 74.65% and female literacy is 56.30%.