Dhupkhari - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Dhupkhari is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Korser serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhupkhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhupkhari is 503525. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.92 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Dhupkhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhupkhari
As per Census 2011, Dhupkhari village has a total population of 490 people, consisting of 261 males and 229 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 237 literate and 253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhupkhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 490 | 261 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 36 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 162 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 99 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Dhupkhari
Dhupkhari 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 Dhupkhari
Public transport in the Dhupkhari 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 Singrauli to Dhupkhari is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhupkhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhupkhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhupkhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhupkhari 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhupkhari
Where is Dhupkhari located?
Dhupkhari village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhupkhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhupkhari is Korser.
What is the pincode of Dhupkhari?
The pincode of Dhupkhari is 486882.
What is the population of Dhupkhari?
Dhupkhari has a total population of 490, including 261 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Dhupkhari?
There are 113 households in Dhupkhari.
What is the literacy rate in Dhupkhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhupkhari is 48.37%. Male literacy is 62.07% and female literacy is 32.75%.