Dhiha - Batala, Gurdaspur
Dhiha is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Dahya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhiha is 028641. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Dhiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhiha
According to the 2011 Census, Dhiha village had a total population of 297 people, including 140 males and 157 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,121 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.90%, with male literacy at 89.60% and female literacy at 77.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 297 | 140 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 112 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 28 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Dhiha
Dhiha 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 Dhiha
Dhiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gurdaspur to Dhiha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhiha 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 Dhiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhiha
Where is Dhiha located?
Dhiha village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhiha is Dahya.
What is the pincode of Dhiha?
The pincode of Dhiha is 143511.
What is the population of Dhiha?
Dhiha had a total population of 297, including 140 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Dhiha?
Dhiha had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhiha was 82.90%. Male literacy was 89.60% and female literacy was 77.08%.