Dharampura - Chapra, Saran
Dharampura is a village situated in the Chapra subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chapra and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Chirand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampura is 233629. The village covers a total geographical area of 183 hectares and falls under the 841301 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dharampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garkha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharampura
As per Census 2011, Dharampura village has a total population of 1,819 people, consisting of 965 males and 854 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,224 literate and 595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,819 | 965 | 854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 144 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,224 | 730 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 235 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampura
Dharampura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badalpura | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Phul Chak | South | 1.37 km |
| Maharajganj | West | 1.40 km |
| Shukulpura | West | 1.69 km |
| Chak Jamali | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Dariyawganj | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Chak Haji | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Manupur Manjhan | East | 2.24 km |
| Chirand | South | 2.24 km |
| Filkabad | North | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharampura
Dharampura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Goldinganj, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Dharampura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Dharampura is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dharampura
Where is Dharampura located?
Dharampura village is located in Chapra Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampura is Chirand.
What is the pincode of Dharampura?
The pincode of Dharampura is 841301.
What is the population of Dharampura?
Dharampura has a total population of 1,819, including 965 males and 854 females.
How many households are there in Dharampura?
There are 285 households in Dharampura.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampura is 67.29%. Male literacy is 75.65% and female literacy is 57.85%.