Didhiya - Khedbrahma, Sabar Kantha
Didhiya is a village situated in the Khedbrahma taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khedbrahma and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Didhiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didhiya is 509829. The village covers a total geographical area of 569.76 hectares and falls under the 383255 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Didhiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Didhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Didhiya village had a total population of 2,166 people, including 1,090 males and 1,076 females, living in 413 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.23%, with male literacy at 79.12% and female literacy at 51.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 2,166 | 1,090 | 1,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 360 | 180 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 144 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 720 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 988 | 370 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Didhiya
Didhiya 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 Didhiya
Didhiya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khedbrahma to Didhiya is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Didhiya is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Didhiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didhiya 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 Didhiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didhiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Didhiya
Where is Didhiya located?
Didhiya village is located in Khedbrahma Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Didhiya?
Didhiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Didhiya?
The pincode of Didhiya is 383255.
What is the population of Didhiya?
Didhiya had a total population of 2,166, including 1,090 males and 1,076 females.
How many households are there in Didhiya?
Didhiya had 413 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didhiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didhiya was 65.23%. Male literacy was 79.12% and female literacy was 51.12%.