Dharmapenta - Konta, Sukma
Dharmapenta is a village situated in the Konta tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 53 km from Konta and around 220 km from Dantewada. Sendurguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharmapenta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmapenta is 450436. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 494114 pincode. Bhadrachalam (a.p.) is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Dharmapenta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmapenta
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmapenta village had a total population of 131 people, including 65 males and 66 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.43%, with male literacy at 24.53% and female literacy at 20.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 65 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 52 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmapenta
Dharmapenta 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 Dharmapenta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dharmapenta.
| 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 Bhadrachalam (a.p.) to Dharmapenta is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Dharmapenta is about 220 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmapenta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmapenta 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 Dharmapenta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmapenta 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 Dharmapenta
Where is Dharmapenta located?
Dharmapenta village is located in Konta Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharmapenta?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharmapenta is Sendurguda.
What is the pincode of Dharmapenta?
The pincode of Dharmapenta is 494114.
What is the population of Dharmapenta?
Dharmapenta had a total population of 131, including 65 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Dharmapenta?
Dharmapenta had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmapenta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmapenta was 22.43%. Male literacy was 24.53% and female literacy was 20.37%.