Diber - Harchakian, Kangra
Diber is a village situated in the Harchakian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Manai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Diber village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diber is 009289. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.97 hectares and falls under the 176210 pincode. Kangra is the nearest town.
Diber village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Diber
As per Census 2011, Diber village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 55 males and 65 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Diber are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Diber
Diber 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 Diber
Diber is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Diber is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Diber
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diber village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Diber
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diber village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Diber
Where is Diber located?
Diber village is located in Harchakian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Diber?
The Gram Panchayat of Diber is Manai.
What is the pincode of Diber?
The pincode of Diber is 176210.
What is the population of Diber?
Diber has a total population of 120, including 55 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Diber?
There are 26 households in Diber.
What is the literacy rate in Diber?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diber is 80.00%. Male literacy is 85.45% and female literacy is 75.38%.