Dihwa - Rasra, Ballia
Dihwa is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Dihwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihwa is 198259. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.85 hectares and falls under the 221711 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Dihwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dihwa
As per Census 2011, Dihwa village has a total population of 5,030 people, consisting of 2,542 males and 2,488 females. The village has 795 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 773 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,972 literate and 2,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,068 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,030 | 2,542 | 2,488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 773 | 424 | 349 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,068 | 561 | 507 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 98 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 2,972 | 1,739 | 1,233 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,058 | 803 | 1,255 |
Nearby Villages of Dihwa
Dihwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagdishpur | South | 0.94 km |
| Chitupali | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Gaura Madanpura | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Sariya Gulabpur | North | 1.68 km |
| Badsara Salempur | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Chadi Sarai Sambhal | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Juranpur | West | 2.06 km |
| Tandawa Taa Basti | East | 2.30 km |
| Chak Pandit | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Chakra Kolhua | South | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dihwa
Dihwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sanwara, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Dihwa is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihwa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dihwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dihwa
Where is Dihwa located?
Dihwa village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihwa?
Dihwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dihwa?
The pincode of Dihwa is 221711.
What is the population of Dihwa?
Dihwa has a total population of 5,030, including 2,542 males and 2,488 females.
How many households are there in Dihwa?
There are 795 households in Dihwa.
What is the literacy rate in Dihwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihwa is 59.09%. Male literacy is 68.41% and female literacy is 49.56%.