Dharmapura
Dharmapura is a village located in Hunsur taluka of Mysore district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Hunsur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Mysore. As per 2009 stats, Dharmapura village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dharmapura unique in its vibrant Hunsur-Mysore region. You’ll see Dharmapura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dharmapura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharmapura is 618486. The village spans a total geographical area of 958.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571189. Hunsur is nearest town to Dharmapura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dharmapura village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hunsur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dharmapura
Population of Dharmapura
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmapura has a total population of about 2,981, with approximately 1,498 males and 1,483 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 734 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 816. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.46%, with male literacy at about 59.68% and female literacy near 43.16%. There are around 716 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharmapura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,981 | 1,498 | 1,483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 161 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 734 | 367 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 816 | 399 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 1,534 | 894 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,447 | 604 | 843 |
Connectivity of Dharmapura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharmapura. As per the 2011 stats, Dharmapura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharmapura
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharmapura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharmapura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharmapura
- Where is Dharmapura located?
- Dharmapura village is situated in Hunsur Taluka, within the Mysore district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharmapura?
- Dharmapura serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dharmapura?
- The pincode of Dharmapura is 571189, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharmapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharmapura is 2,981, with 1,498 males and 1,483 females.
- How many households are there in Dharmapura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharmapura village has a total of 716 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharmapura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharmapura is 51.46%. The male literacy rate is 59.68%, while the female literacy rate is 43.16%.