Dihi Bhursut - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Dihi Bhursut is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 48 km from Howrah. Rampur-dihibhusut Asanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihi Bhursut village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihi Bhursut is 332476. The village covers a total geographical area of 310 hectares and falls under the 711408 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dihi Bhursut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dihi Bhursut
As per Census 2011, Dihi Bhursut village has a total population of 4,602 people, consisting of 2,293 males and 2,309 females. The village has 1,070 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,286 literate and 1,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 609 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihi Bhursut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,602 | 2,293 | 2,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 230 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 609 | 300 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,286 | 1,767 | 1,519 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 526 | 790 |
Nearby Villages of Dihi Bhursut
Dihi Bhursut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kotalpara | North-West | 1.32 km |
| Asanda | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Jhanda | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Ghola | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Khalatpur | South | 1.86 km |
| Par Shyampur | North | 2.04 km |
| Rajbalhat (ct) | East | 2.17 km |
| Morhal | North | 2.18 km |
| Kuliara | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Rampur | West | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dihi Bhursut
Dihi Bhursut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tarakeswar to Dihi Bhursut is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Dihi Bhursut is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihi Bhursut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihi Bhursut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dihi Bhursut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dihi Bhursut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dihi Bhursut
Where is Dihi Bhursut located?
Dihi Bhursut village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihi Bhursut?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihi Bhursut is Rampur-dihibhusut Asanda.
What is the pincode of Dihi Bhursut?
The pincode of Dihi Bhursut is 711408.
What is the population of Dihi Bhursut?
Dihi Bhursut has a total population of 4,602, including 2,293 males and 2,309 females.
How many households are there in Dihi Bhursut?
There are 1,070 households in Dihi Bhursut.
What is the literacy rate in Dihi Bhursut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihi Bhursut is 71.40%. Male literacy is 77.06% and female literacy is 65.79%.