Dhirath - Nahan, Sirmaur
Dhirath is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chakli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhirath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhirath is 023121. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Dhirath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhirath
According to the 2011 Census, Dhirath village had a total population of 138 people, including 73 males and 65 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.19%, with male literacy at 95.16% and female literacy at 70.18%.
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 | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 59 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 14 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Dhirath
Dhirath 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 Dhirath
Dhirath 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 Nahan to Dhirath is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhirath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhirath 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 Dhirath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhirath 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhirath
Where is Dhirath located?
Dhirath village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhirath?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhirath is Chakli.
What is the pincode of Dhirath?
The pincode of Dhirath is 173001.
What is the population of Dhirath?
Dhirath had a total population of 138, including 73 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Dhirath?
Dhirath had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhirath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhirath was 83.19%. Male literacy was 95.16% and female literacy was 70.18%.