Dharamgarh - Porsa, Morena
Dharamgarh is a village situated in the Porsa tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Porsa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Dharm Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharamgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamgarh is 452079. The village covers a total geographical area of 941 hectares and falls under the 476115 pincode. Porsa is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dharamgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharamgarh
As per Census 2011, Dharamgarh village has a total population of 5,369 people, consisting of 2,885 males and 2,484 females. The village has 932 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 853 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,381 literate and 1,988 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,827 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharamgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,369 | 2,885 | 2,484 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 853 | 470 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,827 | 970 | 857 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 3,381 | 2,088 | 1,293 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,988 | 797 | 1,191 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamgarh
Dharamgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sainthra Ahir | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Bhonpura | West | 2.59 km |
| Gidouli | North | 2.65 km |
| Jotai | East | 2.80 km |
| Prithvipura | South | 3.07 km |
| Khoyala | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Chak Lukhriyai | North | 3.33 km |
| Sainthra Badhai | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Pardu Ka Pura | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Palna | South-West | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharamgarh
Dharamgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sondha Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Porsa to Dharamgarh is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Dharamgarh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharamgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharamgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharamgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharamgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dharamgarh
Where is Dharamgarh located?
Dharamgarh village is located in Porsa Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharamgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharamgarh is Dharm Garh.
What is the pincode of Dharamgarh?
The pincode of Dharamgarh is 476115.
What is the population of Dharamgarh?
Dharamgarh has a total population of 5,369, including 2,885 males and 2,484 females.
How many households are there in Dharamgarh?
There are 932 households in Dharamgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Dharamgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharamgarh is 62.97%. Male literacy is 72.37% and female literacy is 52.05%.