Dharampur - Morvi, Morbi
Dharampur is a village situated in the Morvi taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Morvi and around 71 km from Rajkot. Dharampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 512679. The village covers a total geographical area of 640.73 hectares and falls under the 363641 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharampur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharampur village had a total population of 1,579 people, including 808 males and 771 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.85%, with male literacy at 84.49% and female literacy at 62.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 1,579 | 808 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 118 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 583 | 411 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 225 | 360 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Dharampur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maliya to Dharampur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Dharampur is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Morvi Taluka, Morbi 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 363641.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur had a total population of 1,579, including 808 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
Dharampur had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur was 73.85%. Male literacy was 84.49% and female literacy was 62.65%.