Dharampur - Shambhuganj, Banka
Dharampur is a village situated in the Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shambhuganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Kurma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 240365. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 813211 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharampur
As per Census 2011, Dharampur village has a total population of 2,518 people, consisting of 1,345 males and 1,173 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,335 literate and 1,183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 739 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,518 | 1,345 | 1,173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 276 | 234 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 739 | 404 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 1,335 | 788 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,183 | 557 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampur
Dharampur 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 Dharampur
Public transport in the Dharampur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Dharampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Dharampur is about 40 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 Dharampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharampur 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 Dharampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Shambhuganj Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur is Kurma.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 813211.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur has a total population of 2,518, including 1,345 males and 1,173 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
There are 480 households in Dharampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur is 53.02%. Male literacy is 58.59% and female literacy is 46.63%.