Dihar - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Dihar is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Morsinghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihar is 018937. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.26 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Dihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dihar
According to the 2011 Census, Dihar village had a total population of 118 people, including 58 males and 60 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 91.07% and female literacy at 80.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Dihar
Dihar 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 Dihar
Dihar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Dihar is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dihar
Where is Dihar located?
Dihar village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihar is Morsinghi.
What is the pincode of Dihar?
The pincode of Dihar is 174026.
What is the population of Dihar?
Dihar had a total population of 118, including 58 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Dihar?
Dihar had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihar was 85.71%. Male literacy was 91.07% and female literacy was 80.36%.