Dulhapura - Lanji, Balaghat
Dulhapura is a village situated in the Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanji and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Dulhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dulhapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dulhapura is 498620. The village covers a total geographical area of 724.92 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Dulhapura 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 Dulhapura
According to the 2011 Census, Dulhapura village had a total population of 3,821 people, including 1,841 males and 1,980 females, living in 817 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.51%, with male literacy at 84.20% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,203.
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 | 3,821 | 1,841 | 1,980 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 227 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,203 | 572 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 2,499 | 1,359 | 1,140 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,322 | 482 | 840 |
Nearby Villages of Dulhapura
Dulhapura 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 Dulhapura
Dulhapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lanji to Dulhapura is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Dulhapura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dulhapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dulhapura 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dulhapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dulhapura 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 Dulhapura
Where is Dulhapura located?
Dulhapura village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dulhapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dulhapura is Dulhapur.
What is the pincode of Dulhapura?
The pincode of Dulhapura is 481222.
What is the population of Dulhapura?
Dulhapura had a total population of 3,821, including 1,841 males and 1,980 females.
How many households are there in Dulhapura?
Dulhapura had 817 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dulhapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dulhapura was 74.51%. Male literacy was 84.20% and female literacy was 65.52%.