Dihi - Sonarpur, South 24 Parganas
Dihi is a village situated in the Sonarpur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Rajpur and around 36.7 km from Alipore. Kamrabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dihi is 333561. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.16 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Sonarpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonarpur Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dihi
As per Census 2011, Dihi village has a total population of 2,291 people, consisting of 1,186 males and 1,105 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,510 literate and 781 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,040 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,291 | 1,186 | 1,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 133 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,040 | 1,052 | 988 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,510 | 856 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 330 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Dihi
Dihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tihuria | North | 1.75 km |
| Nayabad | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Tardaha | East | 2.54 km |
| Gopal Pur | South | 2.78 km |
| Kantipota | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Kheadaha | North | 3.16 km |
| Arapanch | South | 3.54 km |
| Ranabhutia | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Samukpota | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Kumar Pukuria | North-East | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dihi
Dihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonarpur Junction, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.9 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonarpur to Dihi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dihi is about 36.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dihi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dihi
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dihi
Where is Dihi located?
Dihi village is located in Sonarpur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dihi is Kamrabad.
What is the pincode of Dihi?
The pincode of Dihi is 743330.
What is the population of Dihi?
Dihi has a total population of 2,291, including 1,186 males and 1,105 females.
How many households are there in Dihi?
There are 530 households in Dihi.
What is the literacy rate in Dihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dihi is 65.91%. Male literacy is 72.18% and female literacy is 59.19%.