Dharampura - Mungeli
Dharampura is a village situated in the Mungeli tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from Mungeli and around 45 km from Bilaspur. Dharampura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampura is 438294. The village covers a total geographical area of 551.58 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dharampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharampura
As per Census 2011, Dharampura village has a total population of 2,595 people, consisting of 1,358 males and 1,237 females. The village has 636 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 433 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,344 literate and 1,251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 701 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,595 | 1,358 | 1,237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 246 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 701 | 364 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 1,344 | 822 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 536 | 715 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampura
Dharampura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuagaon | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Gidha | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Rohrakhurd | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Limha | South | 2.13 km |
| Pithampur | North | 2.48 km |
| Jogipur | West | 2.75 km |
| Sodhar | East | 2.83 km |
| Khedha | South | 2.88 km |
| Hathani Kalan | South-East | 3.27 km |
| Khujha | West | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharampura
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Dharampura. The nearest railway station is Kalmitar, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.
| 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 Mungeli to Dharampura is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Dharampura is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharampura
Where is Dharampura located?
Dharampura village is located in Mungeli Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampura?
Dharampura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharampura?
The pincode of Dharampura is 495334.
What is the population of Dharampura?
Dharampura has a total population of 2,595, including 1,358 males and 1,237 females.
How many households are there in Dharampura?
There are 636 households in Dharampura.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampura is 51.79%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 42.20%.