Dharampur - K. Nuagaon, Kandhamal
Dharampur is a village situated in the K. Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Sarangagarh and around 73 km from Phulbani. Gunjibadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 416179. The village covers a total geographical area of 374 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharampur
As per Census 2011, Dharampur village has a total population of 856 people, consisting of 427 males and 429 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 427 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 57 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 50 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 338 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 89 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampur
Dharampur 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 Dharampur
Public transport in the Dharampur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Dharampur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Dharampur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in K. Nuagaon Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur is Gunjibadi.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 762102.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur has a total population of 856, including 427 males and 429 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
There are 239 households in Dharampur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur is 65.42%. Male literacy is 79.16% and female literacy is 51.75%.