Dharmara - Lanji, Balaghat
Dharmara is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Kansuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharmara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmara is 498571. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.09 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dharmara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmara
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmara village had a total population of 273 people, including 136 males and 137 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.47%, with male literacy at 72.38% and female literacy at 55.26%.
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 | 273 | 136 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 60 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmara
Dharmara 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 Dharmara
Dharmara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lanji to Dharmara is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Dharmara is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmara 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 Dharmara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharmara
Where is Dharmara located?
Dharmara village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharmara is Kansuli.
What is the pincode of Dharmara?
The pincode of Dharmara is 481222.
What is the population of Dharmara?
Dharmara had a total population of 273, including 136 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Dharmara?
Dharmara had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmara was 63.47%. Male literacy was 72.38% and female literacy was 55.26%.