Dalahi - Meherma, Godda
Dalahi is a village situated in the Meherma subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Godda, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gajhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalahi is 355816. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 814160 pincode.
Dalahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dalahi
According to the 2011 Census, Dalahi village had a total population of 497 people, including 263 males and 234 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.04%, with male literacy at 49.75% and female literacy at 31.52%.
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 | 497 | 263 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 100 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 163 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Dalahi
Dalahi 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 Dalahi
Dalahi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Godda to Dalahi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dalahi
Where is Dalahi located?
Dalahi village is located in Meherma Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalahi is Gajhanda.
What is the pincode of Dalahi?
The pincode of Dalahi is 814160.
What is the population of Dalahi?
Dalahi had a total population of 497, including 263 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Dalahi?
Dalahi had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalahi was 41.04%. Male literacy was 49.75% and female literacy was 31.52%.