Dhamaura - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Dhamaura is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhamaura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamaura is 216813. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.4 hectares and falls under the 845449 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhamaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhamaura
As per Census 2011, Dhamaura village has a total population of 4,243 people, consisting of 2,224 males and 2,019 females. The village has 754 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 945 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,688 literate and 2,555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,014 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,243 | 2,224 | 2,019 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 945 | 465 | 480 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,014 | 535 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,688 | 1,026 | 662 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,555 | 1,198 | 1,357 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamaura
Dhamaura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bindraban | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Lachhnauta | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Parsauna | West | 1.78 km |
| Barwa Kalan | North | 1.82 km |
| Baudh Tola | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Musahri | North | 2.44 km |
| Dhobni | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Senduria | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Birit Gonahi | North | 2.74 km |
| Puraina Choube | South-East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhamaura
Dhamaura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Rameshwar Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Dhamaura is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Dhamaura 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 Dhamaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhamaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamaura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhamaura
Where is Dhamaura located?
Dhamaura village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamaura?
Dhamaura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamaura?
The pincode of Dhamaura is 845449.
What is the population of Dhamaura?
Dhamaura has a total population of 4,243, including 2,224 males and 2,019 females.
How many households are there in Dhamaura?
There are 754 households in Dhamaura.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamaura is 39.78%. Male literacy is 46.13% and female literacy is 32.79%.