Dihigop - Mahanga, Cuttack
Dihigop is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Nahanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihigop village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihigop is 399595. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 754207 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Dihigop village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dihigop
As per Census 2011, Dihigop village has a total population of 620 people, consisting of 315 males and 305 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 496 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihigop are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 315 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 496 | 274 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 41 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Dihigop
Dihigop 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakarpur | South-West | 0.68 km |
| Aliara | North | 1.14 km |
| Bainchua | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Bainpur | North-East | 1.44 km |
| Achhutpur | East | 1.59 km |
| Goudgop | East | 1.74 km |
| Gokan | North | 1.74 km |
| Narijanga | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Badagotha | West | 1.98 km |
| Goratanga | North-East | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dihigop
Dihigop is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhanmandal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Dihigop is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihigop
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihigop village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dihigop
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihigop village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dihigop
Where is Dihigop located?
Dihigop village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihigop?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihigop is Nahanga.
What is the pincode of Dihigop?
The pincode of Dihigop is 754207.
What is the population of Dihigop?
Dihigop has a total population of 620, including 315 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Dihigop?
There are 158 households in Dihigop.
What is the literacy rate in Dihigop?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihigop is 80.00%. Male literacy is 86.98% and female literacy is 72.79%.