Didu - Arki, Solan
Didu is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Bakhalag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didu is 020091. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.2 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Didu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Didu
According to the 2011 Census, Didu village had a total population of 224 people, including 104 males and 120 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.66%, with male literacy at 97.80% and female literacy at 83.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 224 | 104 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
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
Didu 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 Solan to Didu 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 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 1-2 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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| 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 Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Didu?
The Gram Panchayat of Didu is Bakhalag.
What is the pincode of Didu?
The pincode of Didu is 171102.
What is the population of Didu?
Didu had a total population of 224, including 104 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Didu?
Didu had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didu was 89.66%. Male literacy was 97.80% and female literacy was 83.04%.