Dharamrai - Amarpur, Banka
Dharamrai is a village situated in the Amarpur subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amarpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Garibpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharamrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamrai is 240589. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Amarpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dharamrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharamrai
According to the 2011 Census, Dharamrai village had a total population of 359 people, including 203 males and 156 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 768 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.32%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 52.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97.
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 | 359 | 203 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 58 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 149 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 54 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamrai
Dharamrai 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 Dharamrai
Dharamrai 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpur to Dharamrai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Dharamrai is about 28 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 Dharamrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharamrai 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 Dharamrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharamrai 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 Dharamrai
Where is Dharamrai located?
Dharamrai village is located in Amarpur Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharamrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharamrai is Garibpur.
What is the pincode of Dharamrai?
The pincode of Dharamrai is 813101.
What is the population of Dharamrai?
Dharamrai had a total population of 359, including 203 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Dharamrai?
Dharamrai had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharamrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharamrai was 70.32%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 52.67%.