Didu - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Didu is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from Dharmsala. Thathlehad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didu is 010397. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.31 hectares and falls under the 177114 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Didu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dehra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Didu
According to the 2011 Census, Didu village had a total population of 177 people, including 90 males and 87 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.61%, with male literacy at 91.03% and female literacy at 86.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Didu
Didu 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 Didu
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Didu. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Didu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dharmsala to Didu 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 Didu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Didu 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Didu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Didu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Didu
Where is Didu located?
Didu village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didu?
The Gram Panchayat of Didu is Thathlehad.
What is the pincode of Didu?
The pincode of Didu is 177114.
What is the population of Didu?
Didu had a total population of 177, including 90 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Didu?
Didu had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didu was 88.61%. Male literacy was 91.03% and female literacy was 86.25%.