Dihria - Pipra, Palamu
Dihria is a village situated in the Pipra subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipra and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Pipra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihria is 365385. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Dihria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dihria
According to the 2011 Census, Dihria village had a total population of 777 people, including 396 males and 381 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.91%, with male literacy at 71.97% and female literacy at 49.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 269.
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 | 777 | 396 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 249 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 147 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Dihria
Dihria 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 Dihria
Dihria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Dihria is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihria 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dihria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihria 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 Dihria
Where is Dihria located?
Dihria village is located in Pipra Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihria?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihria is Pipra.
What is the pincode of Dihria?
The pincode of Dihria is 822113.
What is the population of Dihria?
Dihria had a total population of 777, including 396 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Dihria?
Dihria had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dihria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihria was 60.91%. Male literacy was 71.97% and female literacy was 49.40%.