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
As per Census 2011, Dihria village has a total population of 777 people, consisting of 396 males and 381 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 396 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 135 | 134 |
| 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 has a total population of 777, including 396 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Dihria?
There are 152 households in Dihria.
What is the literacy rate in Dihria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihria is 53.15%. Male literacy is 62.88% and female literacy is 43.04%.