Dharamban - Ladania, Madhubani
Dharamban is a village situated in the Ladania subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ladania and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Khoja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharamban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamban is 219972. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 847232 pincode. Jainagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dharamban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharamban
As per Census 2011, Dharamban village has a total population of 2,743 people, consisting of 1,433 males and 1,310 females. The village has 560 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 573 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,082 literate and 1,661 illiterate residents. Additionally, 684 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharamban are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,743 | 1,433 | 1,310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 296 | 277 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 684 | 351 | 333 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,082 | 732 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,661 | 701 | 960 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamban
Dharamban is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhutaha | West | 1.71 km |
| Khoja | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Chiknautwa | North | 2.47 km |
| Gidhwas | West | 2.79 km |
| Sidhapa | East | 2.91 km |
| Sipahgiri | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Ekhari | South | 3.61 km |
| Kamtaulia | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Bauraha | West | 3.93 km |
| Mirzapur | South-West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharamban
Dharamban is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khutauna, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.8 km.
| 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 Jainagar to Dharamban is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Dharamban is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharamban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharamban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharamban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharamban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharamban
Where is Dharamban located?
Dharamban village is located in Ladania Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharamban?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharamban is Khoja.
What is the pincode of Dharamban?
The pincode of Dharamban is 847232.
What is the population of Dharamban?
Dharamban has a total population of 2,743, including 1,433 males and 1,310 females.
How many households are there in Dharamban?
There are 560 households in Dharamban.
What is the literacy rate in Dharamban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharamban is 39.45%. Male literacy is 51.08% and female literacy is 26.72%.