Dharampur - Sandesh, Bhojpur
Dharampur is a village situated in the Sandesh subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandesh and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Dihra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 246995. The village covers a total geographical area of 261 hectares and falls under the 802206 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 22 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 1,942 people, consisting of 1,015 males and 927 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,016 literate and 926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,942 | 1,015 | 927 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 168 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 1,016 | 611 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 404 | 522 |
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
Dharampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arrah to Dharampur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Sandesh Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur is Dihra.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 802206.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur has a total population of 1,942, including 1,015 males and 927 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
There are 318 households in Dharampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur is 52.32%. Male literacy is 60.20% and female literacy is 43.69%.