Dihari - Kasauli, Solan
Dihari is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihari is 021640. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.21 hectares and falls under the 173209 pincode. Dagshai is the nearest town.
Dihari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dihari
According to the 2011 Census, Dihari village had a total population of 310 people, including 208 males and 102 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 490 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.32%, with male literacy at 88.14% and female literacy at 66.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 310 | 208 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 156 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 52 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Dihari
Dihari 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 Dihari
Dihari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dihari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Dihari is about 21 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 Dihari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihari 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 Dihari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dihari
Where is Dihari located?
Dihari village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihari is Kotla.
What is the pincode of Dihari?
The pincode of Dihari is 173209.
What is the population of Dihari?
Dihari had a total population of 310, including 208 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Dihari?
Dihari had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dihari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihari was 81.32%. Male literacy was 88.14% and female literacy was 66.25%.