Diktu

Diktu is a village located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Diktu village. As per 2009 stats, Jhiyol is the gram panchayat of Diktu village.

Here you can discover what makes Diktu unique in its vibrant Dharmsala-Kangra region. You’ll see Diktu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Diktu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Diktu is 009602. The village spans a total geographical area of 35.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176001. Yol is nearest town to Diktu village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Diktu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Diktu

Population of Diktu

According to the 2011 Census, Diktu has a total population of about 160, with approximately 68 males and 92 females. The sex ratio is around 1352 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.50%, with male literacy at about 75.00% and female literacy near 61.96%. There are around 38 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Diktu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Diktu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Diktu. As per the 2011 stats, Diktu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Nearby Villages of Diktu

Knowing the nearby villages of Diktu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Diktu.

Frequently Asked Questions about Diktu