Dinan - Darlaghat, Solan
Dinan is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kyarad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dinan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dinan is 020415. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.9 hectares and falls under the 173235 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dinan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Dinan
According to the 2011 Census, Dinan village had a total population of 214 people, including 105 males and 109 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.70%, with male literacy at 93.02% and female literacy at 83.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 214 | 105 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Dinan
Dinan 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 Dinan
Dinan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Dinan is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dinan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dinan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dinan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dinan 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dinan
Where is Dinan located?
Dinan village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dinan?
The Gram Panchayat of Dinan is Kyarad.
What is the pincode of Dinan?
The pincode of Dinan is 173235.
What is the population of Dinan?
Dinan had a total population of 214, including 105 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Dinan?
Dinan had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dinan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinan was 87.70%. Male literacy was 93.02% and female literacy was 83.17%.