Dharakuna - Karimganj, Sribhumi
Dharakuna is a village situated in the Karimganj subdivision of Sribhumi district, Assam. Nabari- Kesharkapan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharakuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharakuna is 300065. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.51 hectares and falls under the 788712 pincode. Karimganj is the nearest town.
Dharakuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karimganj North Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karimganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharakuna
According to the 2011 Census, Dharakuna village had a total population of 846 people, including 429 males and 417 females, living in 167 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.30%, with male literacy at 90.48% and female literacy at 82.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 846 | 429 | 417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 72 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 323 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 106 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Dharakuna
Dharakuna 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 Dharakuna
Dharakuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dharakuna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Dharakuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharakuna 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 Dharakuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharakuna 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 Dharakuna
Where is Dharakuna located?
Dharakuna village is located in Karimganj Subdivision, Sribhumi district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharakuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharakuna is Nabari- Kesharkapan.
What is the pincode of Dharakuna?
The pincode of Dharakuna is 788712.
What is the population of Dharakuna?
Dharakuna had a total population of 846, including 429 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Dharakuna?
Dharakuna had 167 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharakuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharakuna was 86.30%. Male literacy was 90.48% and female literacy was 82.05%.