Dharmapuri - Mauda, Nagpur
Dharmapuri is a village situated in the Mauda tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Dharmapuri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmapuri is 535671. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.34 hectares and falls under the 441106 pincode. Ramtek is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dharmapuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamthi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmapuri
As per Census 2011, Dharmapuri village has a total population of 1,612 people, consisting of 807 males and 805 females. The village has 362 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 176 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,172 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharmapuri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,612 | 807 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 97 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,172 | 635 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 172 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmapuri
Dharmapuri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Morgaon | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Ijani | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Shrikhanda | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Wagholi (rithi) | West | 1.90 km |
| Nawargaon | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Indori (rithi) | North-West | 2.59 km |
| Deomundhari | East | 2.80 km |
| Dholmara | South | 2.85 km |
| Wakeshwar | North | 3.16 km |
| Tanda | North-East | 3.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharmapuri
Dharmapuri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Khat, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramtek to Dharmapuri is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Dharmapuri is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmapuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmapuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharmapuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmapuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dharmapuri
Where is Dharmapuri located?
Dharmapuri village is located in Mauda Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmapuri?
Dharmapuri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharmapuri?
The pincode of Dharmapuri is 441106.
What is the population of Dharmapuri?
Dharmapuri has a total population of 1,612, including 807 males and 805 females.
How many households are there in Dharmapuri?
There are 362 households in Dharmapuri.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmapuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmapuri is 72.70%. Male literacy is 78.69% and female literacy is 66.71%.