Diyal - Dehra Gopipur, Kangra
Diyal is a village situated in the Dehra Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Dharmsala. Dayal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Diyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diyal is 010284. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.03 hectares and falls under the 177104 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Diyal 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 Diyal
As per Census 2011, Diyal village has a total population of 719 people, consisting of 331 males and 388 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,172 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 600 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Diyal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 719 | 331 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 600 | 289 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 42 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Diyal
Diyal 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 Diyal
Diyal 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 Dharmsala to Diyal is about 60 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 Diyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Diyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diyal 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Diyal
Where is Diyal located?
Diyal village is located in Dehra Gopipur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Diyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Diyal is Dayal.
What is the pincode of Diyal?
The pincode of Diyal is 177104.
What is the population of Diyal?
Diyal has a total population of 719, including 331 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Diyal?
There are 178 households in Diyal.
What is the literacy rate in Diyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diyal is 83.45%. Male literacy is 87.31% and female literacy is 80.15%.