Dharampur Dekuli - Piprarhi, Sheohar
Dharampur Dekuli is a village situated in the Piprarhi subdivision of Sheohar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piprarhi and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Sheohar. Parsauni Baij serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur Dekuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur Dekuli is 218814. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 843329 pincode. Sheohar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dharampur Dekuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharampur Dekuli
According to the 2011 Census, Dharampur Dekuli village had a total population of 6,172 people, including 3,302 males and 2,870 females, living in 1,492 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.98%, with male literacy at 58.76% and female literacy at 37.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,274, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 6,172 | 3,302 | 2,870 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,215 | 620 | 595 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,274 | 677 | 597 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,428 | 1,576 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,744 | 1,726 | 2,018 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampur Dekuli
Dharampur Dekuli 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 Dharampur Dekuli
Dharampur Dekuli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheohar to Dharampur Dekuli is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharampur Dekuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharampur Dekuli 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 Dharampur Dekuli
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 Dekuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharampur Dekuli
Where is Dharampur Dekuli located?
Dharampur Dekuli village is located in Piprarhi Subdivision, Sheohar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharampur Dekuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur Dekuli is Parsauni Baij.
What is the pincode of Dharampur Dekuli?
The pincode of Dharampur Dekuli is 843329.
What is the population of Dharampur Dekuli?
Dharampur Dekuli had a total population of 6,172, including 3,302 males and 2,870 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur Dekuli?
Dharampur Dekuli had 1,492 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur Dekuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur Dekuli was 48.98%. Male literacy was 58.76% and female literacy was 37.45%.