Dikubalkand - Hat Gamharia, West Singhbhum
Dikubalkand is a village situated in the Hat Gamharia subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from Hat Gamharia and around 47 km from Chaibasa. Dikubalkand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dikubalkand is 378030. The village covers a total geographical area of 365 hectares and falls under the 833214 pincode. Chaibasa is the nearest town.
Dikubalkand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Majhganon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dikubalkand
As per Census 2011, Dikubalkand village has a total population of 1,849 people, consisting of 923 males and 926 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 927 literate and 922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 579 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 200 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dikubalkand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,849 | 923 | 926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 144 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 579 | 272 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 108 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 927 | 563 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 922 | 360 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Dikubalkand
Dikubalkand 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 Dikubalkand
Dikubalkand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dikubalkand.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Dikubalkand is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dikubalkand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dikubalkand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dikubalkand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dikubalkand 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dikubalkand
Where is Dikubalkand located?
Dikubalkand village is located in Hat Gamharia Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dikubalkand?
Dikubalkand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dikubalkand?
The pincode of Dikubalkand is 833214.
What is the population of Dikubalkand?
Dikubalkand has a total population of 1,849, including 923 males and 926 females.
How many households are there in Dikubalkand?
There are 396 households in Dikubalkand.
What is the literacy rate in Dikubalkand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dikubalkand is 50.14%. Male literacy is 61.00% and female literacy is 39.31%.