Dharmaram - Usur, Bijapur
Dharmaram is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 95 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Dharmaram village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmaram is 450960. The village covers a total geographical area of 664.08 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Dharmaram 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 Dharmaram
As per Census 2011, Dharmaram village has a total population of 896 people, consisting of 566 males and 330 females. The village has 148 households and a sex ratio of 583 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 894 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharmaram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 | 566 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 80 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 894 | 565 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 251 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 315 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmaram
Dharmaram 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 Dharmaram
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dharmaram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Dharmaram is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Dharmaram is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmaram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharmaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmaram 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 Dharmaram
Where is Dharmaram located?
Dharmaram village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmaram?
Dharmaram is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharmaram?
The pincode of Dharmaram is 494447.
What is the population of Dharmaram?
Dharmaram has a total population of 896, including 566 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Dharmaram?
There are 148 households in Dharmaram.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmaram is 30.25%. Male literacy is 44.35% and female literacy is 6.06%.