Dharampur - Khambhalia, Devbhumi Dwarka
Dharampur is a village situated in the Khambhalia taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from Khambhalia and around 56 km from Jamnagar. Dharampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 513523. The village covers a total geographical area of 2418.83 hectares and falls under the 361305 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 3 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 Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharampur
As per Census 2011, Dharampur village has a total population of 15,344 people, consisting of 8,132 males and 7,212 females. The village has 3,042 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,020 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11,053 literate and 4,291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,344 | 8,132 | 7,212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,020 | 1,089 | 931 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 85 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 11,053 | 6,267 | 4,786 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,291 | 1,865 | 2,426 |
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. Dharampur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Dharampur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Dharampur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Khambhalia Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, 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 361305.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur has a total population of 15,344, including 8,132 males and 7,212 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
There are 3,042 households in Dharampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur is 72.03%. Male literacy is 77.07% and female literacy is 66.36%.