Dharampur - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Dharampur is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Ghoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 457390. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.81 hectares and falls under the 471510 pincode. Barigarh is the nearest town.
Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharampur
As per Census 2011, Dharampur village has a total population of 826 people, consisting of 453 males and 373 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 823 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 453 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 286 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 279 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 174 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampur
Dharampur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasar | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Baraiya | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Chitahari | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Atar Patha | East | 2.95 km |
| Barha | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Ghoor | South | 3.42 km |
| Balrampur | North | 3.83 km |
| Kunwarpur | West | 4.05 km |
| Manuriya | South | 4.72 km |
| Chitahari Sani | East | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharampur
Dharampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kabrai, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chhatarpur to Dharampur is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharampur 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 Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur is Ghoor.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 471510.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur has a total population of 826, including 453 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
There are 186 households in Dharampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur is 53.51%. Male literacy is 61.59% and female literacy is 43.70%.