Dikuponga - Manoharpur, West Singhbhum
Dikuponga is a village situated in the Manoharpur subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Manoharpur and around 114 km from Chaibasa. Digha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dikuponga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dikuponga is 377762. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.53 hectares and falls under the 833104 pincode. Chakradharpur is the nearest town.
Dikuponga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dikuponga
According to the 2011 Census, Dikuponga village had a total population of 156 people, including 74 males and 82 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.33%, with male literacy at 70.31% and female literacy at 38.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 74 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 45 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 29 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Dikuponga
Dikuponga 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 Dikuponga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dikuponga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Dikuponga is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dikuponga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dikuponga 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 Dikuponga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dikuponga 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 Dikuponga
Where is Dikuponga located?
Dikuponga village is located in Manoharpur Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dikuponga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dikuponga is Digha.
What is the pincode of Dikuponga?
The pincode of Dikuponga is 833104.
What is the population of Dikuponga?
Dikuponga had a total population of 156, including 74 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Dikuponga?
Dikuponga had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dikuponga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dikuponga was 53.33%. Male literacy was 70.31% and female literacy was 38.03%.