Dharmagatapur - Salipur, Cuttack
Dharmagatapur is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Salepur and around 50 km from Cuttack. Mirzapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharmagatapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmagatapur is 399644. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 754221 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dharmagatapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmagatapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmagatapur village had a total population of 1,266 people, including 646 males and 620 females, living in 308 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.57%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 79.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213.
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 | 1,266 | 646 | 620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 105 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 506 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 140 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmagatapur
Dharmagatapur 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 Dharmagatapur
Dharmagatapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Dharmagatapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Dharmagatapur 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 Dharmagatapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmagatapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmagatapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmagatapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Dharmagatapur
Where is Dharmagatapur located?
Dharmagatapur village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharmagatapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharmagatapur is Mirzapur.
What is the pincode of Dharmagatapur?
The pincode of Dharmagatapur is 754221.
What is the population of Dharmagatapur?
Dharmagatapur had a total population of 1,266, including 646 males and 620 females.
How many households are there in Dharmagatapur?
Dharmagatapur had 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmagatapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmagatapur was 84.57%. Male literacy was 89.08% and female literacy was 79.93%.