Diyan - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Diyan is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Diyan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Diyan is 056218. The village covers a total geographical area of 402.7 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Diyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Diyan
As per Census 2011, Diyan village has a total population of 2,101 people, consisting of 1,079 males and 1,022 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,443 literate and 658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,042 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 766 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Diyan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,101 | 1,079 | 1,022 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 140 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,042 | 537 | 505 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 766 | 399 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 1,443 | 829 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 250 | 408 |
Nearby Villages of Diyan
Diyan 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 Diyan
Diyan 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Diyan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Diyan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Diyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Diyan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Diyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Diyan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Diyan
Where is Diyan located?
Diyan village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Diyan?
Diyan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Diyan?
The pincode of Diyan is 262308.
What is the population of Diyan?
Diyan has a total population of 2,101, including 1,079 males and 1,022 females.
How many households are there in Diyan?
There are 357 households in Diyan.
What is the literacy rate in Diyan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Diyan is 68.68%. Male literacy is 76.83% and female literacy is 60.08%.