Dharampur - Mahishi, Saharsa
Dharampur is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Rajanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 226402. The village covers a total geographical area of 634 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simri bakhtiarpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharampur
As per Census 2011, Dharampur village has a total population of 3,083 people, consisting of 1,621 males and 1,462 females. The village has 603 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 560 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 933 literate and 2,150 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,820 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,083 | 1,621 | 1,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 560 | 301 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,820 | 958 | 862 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 933 | 542 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,150 | 1,079 | 1,071 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanauj | North | 1.63 km |
| Sukhasan | East | 2.24 km |
| Ghoghsan | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Agar | South | 3.38 km |
| Katholumar | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Rakhti | North | 3.87 km |
| Rajhanpur | North | 4.23 km |
| Birwar | North | 5.36 km |
| Tilanthi | East | 5.47 km |
| Saharbani | South | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharampur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dharampur. The nearest railway station is Baba Raghuni Halt Dwarika, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Saharsa to Dharampur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur is Rajanpur.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 852216.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur has a total population of 3,083, including 1,621 males and 1,462 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
There are 603 households in Dharampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur is 30.26%. Male literacy is 33.44% and female literacy is 26.74%.