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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Dinajpur village has a total population of 235 people, consisting of 124 males and 111 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dinajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 235 | 124 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| 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 has a total population of 235, including 124 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Dinajpur?
There are 35 households in Dinajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dinajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinajpur is 45.11%. Male literacy is 60.48% and female literacy is 27.93%.