Dharamapur - Usur, Bijapur
Dharamapur is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Malepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharamapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamapur is 450896. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.05 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 145 km away.
Dharamapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharamapur
As per Census 2011, Dharamapur village has a total population of 284 people, consisting of 135 males and 149 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharamapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 135 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 132 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 117 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamapur
Dharamapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mallepalli | North | 1.54 km |
| Kasiguda | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Dholeguda | South | 1.76 km |
| Lingagiri | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Basaguda | South | 3.02 km |
| Biraguda | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Rajpeta | South | 3.69 km |
| Baknagulguda | South | 3.70 km |
| Hirapur | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Korsaguda | South-East | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharamapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dharamapur. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dantewada to Dharamapur is about 145 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Dharamapur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharamapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharamapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharamapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharamapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharamapur
Where is Dharamapur located?
Dharamapur village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharamapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharamapur is Malepalli.
What is the pincode of Dharamapur?
The pincode of Dharamapur is 494447.
What is the population of Dharamapur?
Dharamapur has a total population of 284, including 135 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Dharamapur?
There are 66 households in Dharamapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharamapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharamapur is 8.45%. Male literacy is 13.33% and female literacy is 4.03%.