Dharamgarh - Rajpura, Patiala
Dharamgarh is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Dharamgarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharamgarh is 036930. The village covers a total geographical area of 314 hectares and falls under the 140402 pincode. Rajpura is the nearest town.
Dharamgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharamgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Dharamgarh village had a total population of 302 people, including 153 males and 149 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.27%, with male literacy at 86.43% and female literacy at 71.85%.
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 | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 121 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 32 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Dharamgarh
Dharamgarh 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 Dharamgarh
Dharamgarh 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Dharamgarh is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharamgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharamgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dharamgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharamgarh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharamgarh
Where is Dharamgarh located?
Dharamgarh village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharamgarh?
Dharamgarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharamgarh?
The pincode of Dharamgarh is 140402.
What is the population of Dharamgarh?
Dharamgarh had a total population of 302, including 153 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Dharamgarh?
Dharamgarh had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharamgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharamgarh was 79.27%. Male literacy was 86.43% and female literacy was 71.85%.