Dinajpur - Devipur, Deoghar
Dinajpur is a village situated in the Devipur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devipur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Jhhumarbad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dinajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dinajpur is 354388. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Dinajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dinajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Dinajpur village had a total population of 235 people, including 124 males and 111 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.08%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 34.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
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 | 235 | 124 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 75 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 49 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Dinajpur
Dinajpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kewalpur | West | 0.76 km |
| Khurrami | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Gajrajpur | North-West | 1.28 km |
| Ektara | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Matkiya | East | 1.59 km |
| Maniyarpur | West | 1.62 km |
| Jhumarbad | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Karmatanr | South | 2.01 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Saruka | North | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dinajpur
Dinajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sankarpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Dinajpur is about 16 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 Dinajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dinajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dinajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dinajpur 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 Dinajpur
Where is Dinajpur located?
Dinajpur village is located in Devipur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dinajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dinajpur is Jhhumarbad.
What is the pincode of Dinajpur?
The pincode of Dinajpur is 814120.
What is the population of Dinajpur?
Dinajpur had a total population of 235, including 124 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Dinajpur?
Dinajpur had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dinajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinajpur was 56.08%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 34.83%.