Didu - Loharghat, Solan
Didu is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 150 km from Solan. Kiarkanaitan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Didu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Didu is 020578. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Didu 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 Didu
According to the 2011 Census, Didu village had a total population of 145 people, including 79 males and 66 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.46%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 58.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 103.
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 | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 51 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 28 | 32 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Didu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 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 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 Didu
Where is Didu located?
Didu village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Didu?
The Gram Panchayat of Didu is Kiarkanaitan.
What is the pincode of Didu?
The pincode of Didu is 174102.
What is the population of Didu?
Didu had a total population of 145, including 79 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Didu?
Didu had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Didu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didu was 67.46%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 58.62%.