Dharmapuram
Dharmapuram is a village located in Agastheeswaram taluka of Kanniyakumari district in Tamil Nadu, India. It is situated 10km away from Nagercoil, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dharmapuram village. As per 2009 stats, Kesavanputhenthurai is the gram panchayat of Dharmapuram village.
Here you can discover what makes Dharmapuram unique in its vibrant Agastheeswaram-Kanniyakumari region. You’ll see Dharmapuram’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 Dharmapuram
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dharmapuram is 643177. The village spans a total geographical area of 1176.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 629501. Nagercoil is nearest town to Dharmapuram village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dharmapuram
Population of Dharmapuram
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmapuram has a total population of about 6,196, with approximately 3,000 males and 3,196 females. The sex ratio is around 1065 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 743 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 76 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.28%, with male literacy at about 81.93% and female literacy near 82.60%. There are around 1,643 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dharmapuram's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,196 | 3,000 | 3,196 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 743 | 395 | 348 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 5,098 | 2,458 | 2,640 |
Illiterate Population | 1,098 | 542 | 556 |
Connectivity of Dharmapuram
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dharmapuram. As per the 2011 stats, Dharmapuram had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dharmapuram
Knowing the nearby villages of Dharmapuram helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dharmapuram.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dharmapuram
- Where is Dharmapuram located?
- Dharmapuram village is situated in Agastheeswaram Taluka, within the Kanniyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dharmapuram?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dharmapuram is Kesavanputhenthurai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dharmapuram?
- The pincode of Dharmapuram is 629501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dharmapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dharmapuram is 6,196, with 3,000 males and 3,196 females.
- How many households are there in Dharmapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dharmapuram village has a total of 1,643 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dharmapuram as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dharmapuram is 82.28%. The male literacy rate is 81.93%, while the female literacy rate is 82.60%.