Dharampur - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Dharampur is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Dharampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 446670. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.29 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharampur
As per Census 2011, Dharampur village has a total population of 608 people, consisting of 313 males and 295 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 313 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 189 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 230 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 83 | 161 |
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
Dharampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bagbahara to Dharampur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Dharampur is about 20 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 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampur?
Dharampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 493445.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur has a total population of 608, including 313 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
There are 149 households in Dharampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur is 59.87%. Male literacy is 73.48% and female literacy is 45.42%.