Dihuda - Gop, Puri
Dihuda is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Andhra Ichhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihuda is 409429. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dihuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dihuda
According to the 2011 Census, Dihuda village had a total population of 561 people, including 264 males and 297 females, living in 137 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.31%, with male literacy at 91.74% and female literacy at 89.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 561 | 264 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 222 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 42 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Dihuda
Dihuda 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 Dihuda
Dihuda 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Dihuda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Dihuda is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihuda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dihuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihuda 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 Dihuda
Where is Dihuda located?
Dihuda village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dihuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihuda is Andhra Ichhapur.
What is the pincode of Dihuda?
The pincode of Dihuda is 752110.
What is the population of Dihuda?
Dihuda had a total population of 561, including 264 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Dihuda?
Dihuda had 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dihuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihuda was 90.31%. Male literacy was 91.74% and female literacy was 89.05%.