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
As per Census 2011, Didu village has a total population of 145 people, consisting of 79 males and 66 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Didu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| 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 has a total population of 145, including 79 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Didu?
There are 30 households in Didu.
What is the literacy rate in Didu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Didu is 58.62%. Male literacy is 64.56% and female literacy is 51.52%.