Dharmpuri - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dharmpuri is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Besarkund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharmpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmpuri is 477209. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.33 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dharmpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmpuri village had a total population of 413 people, including 219 males and 194 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.73%, with male literacy at 73.01% and female literacy at 38.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 413.
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 | 413 | 219 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 56 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 413 | 219 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 119 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 100 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmpuri
Dharmpuri 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 Dharmpuri
Dharmpuri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kasrawad to Dharmpuri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dharmpuri is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmpuri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmpuri 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 Dharmpuri
Where is Dharmpuri located?
Dharmpuri village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharmpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharmpuri is Besarkund.
What is the pincode of Dharmpuri?
The pincode of Dharmpuri is 451228.
What is the population of Dharmpuri?
Dharmpuri had a total population of 413, including 219 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Dharmpuri?
Dharmpuri had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmpuri was 56.73%. Male literacy was 73.01% and female literacy was 38.93%.