Dharupur - Nokha, Rohtas
Dharupur is a village situated in the Nokha subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharupur is 251584. The village covers a total geographical area of 297 hectares and falls under the 802215 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dharupur is administered under an Urban Local Body.
Population of Dharupur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharupur village had a total population of 2,548 people, including 1,336 males and 1,212 females, living in 403 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.68%, with male literacy at 76.81% and female literacy at 49.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 2,548 | 1,336 | 1,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 508 | 271 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 818 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 518 | 731 |
Nearby Villages of Dharupur
Dharupur 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 Dharupur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nokha to Dharupur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Dharupur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dharupur
Where is Dharupur located?
Dharupur village is located in Nokha Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the pincode of Dharupur?
The pincode of Dharupur is 802215.
What is the population of Dharupur?
Dharupur had a total population of 2,548, including 1,336 males and 1,212 females.
How many households are there in Dharupur?
Dharupur had 403 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharupur was 63.68%. Male literacy was 76.81% and female literacy was 49.33%.