Dirnad - Tyuni, Dehradun
Dirnad is a village situated in the Tyuni tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tyuni and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Dirnad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dirnad is 044748. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.5 hectares and falls under the 248199 pincode. Chakrata is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Dirnad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dirnad
As per Census 2011, Dirnad village has a total population of 395 people, consisting of 213 males and 182 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 854 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dirnad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 395 | 213 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 137 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 150 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 63 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Dirnad
Dirnad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhoot | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Obraser | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Purtad | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Nimaga | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Chausal | West | 2.31 km |
| Bagoor | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Ninus | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Bhattar | South | 3.49 km |
| Koti (babar) | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Bhunar | South | 3.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dirnad
Dirnad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Shimla Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.1 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 Chakrata to Dirnad is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Dirnad is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dirnad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dirnad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dirnad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dirnad 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dirnad
Where is Dirnad located?
Dirnad village is located in Tyuni Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dirnad?
Dirnad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dirnad?
The pincode of Dirnad is 248199.
What is the population of Dirnad?
Dirnad has a total population of 395, including 213 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Dirnad?
There are 60 households in Dirnad.
What is the literacy rate in Dirnad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dirnad is 61.77%. Male literacy is 70.42% and female literacy is 51.65%.