Dihijanga - Niali, Cuttack
Dihijanga is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Billasuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihijanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihijanga is 400308. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dihijanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dihijanga
As per Census 2011, Dihijanga village has a total population of 1,187 people, consisting of 617 males and 570 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 878 literate and 309 illiterate residents. Additionally, 472 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihijanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,187 | 617 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 472 | 251 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 499 | 379 |
| Illiterate Population | 309 | 118 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Dihijanga
Dihijanga 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 Dihijanga
Dihijanga 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 Cuttack to Dihijanga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihijanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihijanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dihijanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihijanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dihijanga
Where is Dihijanga located?
Dihijanga village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihijanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihijanga is Billasuni.
What is the pincode of Dihijanga?
The pincode of Dihijanga is 754004.
What is the population of Dihijanga?
Dihijanga has a total population of 1,187, including 617 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Dihijanga?
There are 244 households in Dihijanga.
What is the literacy rate in Dihijanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihijanga is 73.97%. Male literacy is 80.88% and female literacy is 66.49%.