Dhirajpur - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Dhirajpur is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Khurda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhirajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhirajpur is 457744. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.76 hectares and falls under the 471111 pincode. Nowgong is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhirajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhirajpur
As per Census 2011, Dhirajpur village has a total population of 682 people, consisting of 367 males and 315 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhirajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 367 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 63 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 191 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 176 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Dhirajpur
Dhirajpur 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 Dhirajpur
Dhirajpur 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowgong to Dhirajpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Dhirajpur is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhirajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhirajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhirajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhirajpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhirajpur
Where is Dhirajpur located?
Dhirajpur village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhirajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhirajpur is Khurda.
What is the pincode of Dhirajpur?
The pincode of Dhirajpur is 471111.
What is the population of Dhirajpur?
Dhirajpur has a total population of 682, including 367 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Dhirajpur?
There are 107 households in Dhirajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhirajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhirajpur is 46.19%. Male literacy is 52.04% and female literacy is 39.37%.