Dinara - Karera, Shivpuri
Dinara is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Dinara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dinara is 455707. The village covers a total geographical area of 800.8 hectares and falls under the 473660 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dinara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dinara
As per Census 2011, Dinara village has a total population of 9,310 people, consisting of 4,826 males and 4,484 females. The village has 1,722 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,265 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,284 literate and 3,026 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,024 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dinara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,310 | 4,826 | 4,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,265 | 639 | 626 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,024 | 1,056 | 968 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 25 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 6,284 | 3,655 | 2,629 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,026 | 1,171 | 1,855 |
Nearby Villages of Dinara
Dinara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandawara | North | 1.81 km |
| Badarkha | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Sewdi Khurd | East | 2.71 km |
| Sahriya | South | 3.01 km |
| Ambari | North | 3.16 km |
| Abas | East | 3.36 km |
| Dabra Dinara | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Algi | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Dabardehi | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Bachhauni | South-East | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dinara
Dinara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karari, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Dinara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Dinara is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dinara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dinara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dinara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dinara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dinara
Where is Dinara located?
Dinara village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dinara?
Dinara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dinara?
The pincode of Dinara is 473660.
What is the population of Dinara?
Dinara has a total population of 9,310, including 4,826 males and 4,484 females.
How many households are there in Dinara?
There are 1,722 households in Dinara.
What is the literacy rate in Dinara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinara is 67.50%. Male literacy is 75.74% and female literacy is 58.63%.