Dharmapuri
Dharmapuri is a village located in Lakhandur tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhandur (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Dharmapuri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dharmapuri unique in its vibrant Lakhandur-Bhandara region. You’ll see Dharmapuri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dharmapuri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharmapuri is 537477. The village spans a total geographical area of 306.89 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Dharmapuri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Dharmapuri
Population of Dharmapuri
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmapuri has a total population of about 888, with approximately 460 males and 428 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 444. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.79%, with male literacy at about 73.04% and female literacy near 62.15%. There are around 199 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharmapuri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 888 | 460 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 63 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 444 | 217 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 336 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 124 | 162 |
Connectivity of Dharmapuri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharmapuri. As per the 2011 stats, Dharmapuri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharmapuri
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharmapuri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharmapuri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharmapuri
- Where is Dharmapuri located?
- Dharmapuri village is situated in Lakhandur Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharmapuri?
- Dharmapuri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dharmapuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharmapuri is 888, with 460 males and 428 females.
- How many households are there in Dharmapuri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharmapuri village has a total of 199 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharmapuri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharmapuri is 67.79%. The male literacy rate is 73.04%, while the female literacy rate is 62.15%.