Dharampur - Athmalgola, Patna
Dharampur is a village situated in the Athmalgola subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athmalgola and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Phulelpur Meaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 246348. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 803211 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharampur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharampur village had a total population of 687 people, including 354 males and 333 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.54%, with male literacy at 80.86% and female literacy at 59.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 687 | 354 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 245 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 109 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampur
Dharampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Meora | East | 1.01 km |
| Bahadurpur | West | 1.45 km |
| Phulelpur | South | 1.51 km |
| Surajpura | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Achuara | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Mobarakpur | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Asawan | South | 2.37 km |
| Dahaur | East | 2.37 km |
| Ratanpur | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Karjan | South-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharampur
Dharampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Athmal Gola, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barh to Dharampur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Dharampur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Athmalgola Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur is Phulelpur Meaura.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 803211.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur had a total population of 687, including 354 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
Dharampur had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur was 70.54%. Male literacy was 80.86% and female literacy was 59.79%.