Dhamrahi - Belhar, Banka
Dhamrahi is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Bahorna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhamrahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamrahi is 241590. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 813207 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dhamrahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhamrahi
As per Census 2011, Dhamrahi village has a total population of 1,687 people, consisting of 910 males and 777 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 853 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,019 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamrahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 910 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 142 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 625 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 285 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamrahi
Dhamrahi 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 Dhamrahi
Dhamrahi 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Dhamrahi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Dhamrahi is about 35 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 Dhamrahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamrahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhamrahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamrahi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhamrahi
Where is Dhamrahi located?
Dhamrahi village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamrahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhamrahi is Bahorna.
What is the pincode of Dhamrahi?
The pincode of Dhamrahi is 813207.
What is the population of Dhamrahi?
Dhamrahi has a total population of 1,687, including 910 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Dhamrahi?
There are 261 households in Dhamrahi.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamrahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamrahi is 60.40%. Male literacy is 68.68% and female literacy is 50.71%.