Dihana
Dihana is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Dihana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dihana unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Dihana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dihana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dihana is 031761. The village spans a total geographical area of 623 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144406. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Dihana village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dihana
Population of Dihana
According to the 2011 Census, Dihana has a total population of about 2,001, with approximately 1,008 males and 993 females. The sex ratio is around 985 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 232 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 896 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.31%, with male literacy at about 76.69% and female literacy near 65.86%. There are around 440 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dihana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,001 | 1,008 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 120 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 896 | 437 | 459 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 773 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 235 | 339 |
Connectivity of Dihana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dihana. As per the 2011 stats, Dihana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Dihana
Knowing the nearby villages of Dihana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dihana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dihana
- Where is Dihana located?
- Dihana village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dihana?
- Dihana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dihana?
- The pincode of Dihana is 144406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dihana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dihana is 2,001, with 1,008 males and 993 females.
- How many households are there in Dihana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dihana village has a total of 440 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dihana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dihana is 71.31%. The male literacy rate is 76.69%, while the female literacy rate is 65.86%.