Dharampura - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Dharampura is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Lidhaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampura is 458112. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.9 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dharampura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharampura
According to the 2011 Census, Dharampura village had a total population of 1,262 people, including 667 males and 595 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.79%, with male literacy at 61.57% and female literacy at 45.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 484.
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 | 1,262 | 667 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 118 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 257 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 338 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 329 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampura
Dharampura 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 Dharampura
Dharampura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bada Malhera to Dharampura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Dharampura 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 Dharampura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharampura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharampura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharampura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharampura
Where is Dharampura located?
Dharampura village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharampura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampura is Lidhaura.
What is the pincode of Dharampura?
The pincode of Dharampura is 471313.
What is the population of Dharampura?
Dharampura had a total population of 1,262, including 667 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Dharampura?
Dharampura had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampura was 53.79%. Male literacy was 61.57% and female literacy was 45.12%.