Dirba - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Dirba is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bharandia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dirba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dirba is 389072. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Dirba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dirba
As per Census 2011, Dirba village has a total population of 462 people, consisting of 234 males and 228 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 245 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dirba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 234 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 80 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 150 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 84 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Dirba
Dirba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Danuabaliposi | North | 1.65 km |
| Kham Diha | East | 1.79 km |
| Kothadiha | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Pandaposi | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Miriginendi | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Baunsadiha | North | 2.97 km |
| Betajhari | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Andharjhari | West | 3.52 km |
| Ulibasa | South | 3.54 km |
| Taramara | South-East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dirba
Dirba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sagadapata, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.9 km.
| 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 Karanjia to Dirba is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Dirba is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dirba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dirba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dirba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dirba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dirba
Where is Dirba located?
Dirba village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dirba?
The Gram Panchayat of Dirba is Bharandia.
What is the pincode of Dirba?
The pincode of Dirba is 757038.
What is the population of Dirba?
Dirba has a total population of 462, including 234 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Dirba?
There are 118 households in Dirba.
What is the literacy rate in Dirba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dirba is 53.03%. Male literacy is 64.10% and female literacy is 41.67%.