Dharampur - Guthani, Siwan
Dharampur is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sonahula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 232225. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharampur
As per Census 2011, Dharampur village has a total population of 1,081 people, consisting of 559 males and 522 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 612 literate and 469 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,081 | 559 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 131 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 387 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 172 | 297 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampur
Dharampur 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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dharampur.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Dharampur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Dharampur is about 40 km, with the usual travel time 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur is Sonahula.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 841435.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur has a total population of 1,081, including 559 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
There are 178 households in Dharampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur is 56.61%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 43.10%.