Dharamkot - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Dharamkot is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Badripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharamkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamkot is 023330. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.78 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Dharamkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharamkot
According to the 2011 Census, Dharamkot village had a total population of 389 people, including 204 males and 185 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.58%, with male literacy at 89.33% and female literacy at 77.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 389 | 204 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 159 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 45 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamkot
Dharamkot 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 Dharamkot
Dharamkot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nahan to Dharamkot 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 Dharamkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharamkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharamkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharamkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharamkot
Where is Dharamkot located?
Dharamkot village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharamkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharamkot is Badripur.
What is the pincode of Dharamkot?
The pincode of Dharamkot is 173025.
What is the population of Dharamkot?
Dharamkot had a total population of 389, including 204 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Dharamkot?
Dharamkot had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharamkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharamkot was 83.58%. Male literacy was 89.33% and female literacy was 77.07%.