Dharampur - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Dharampur is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 40 km from Pakhanjur and around 166 km from Kanker. Dharampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 448385. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.9 hectares and falls under the 494777 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharampur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharampur village had a total population of 542 people, including 269 males and 273 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.10%, with male literacy at 86.44% and female literacy at 61.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 542 | 269 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 349 | 204 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 65 | 128 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Pakhanjur to Dharampur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Dharampur is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. 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 >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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 494777.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur had a total population of 542, including 269 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
Dharampur had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur was 74.10%. Male literacy was 86.44% and female literacy was 61.70%.