Dharapuram North - Dharapuram, Tiruppur
Dharapuram North is a village situated in the Dharapuram taluka of Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharapuram and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Tiruppur. Nanjiyampalayam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharapuram North village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharapuram North is 644684. The village covers a total geographical area of 711.94 hectares and falls under the 638656 pincode. Dharapuram is the nearest town.
Dharapuram North village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharapuram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Erode Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharapuram North
According to the 2011 Census, Dharapuram North village had a total population of 613 people, including 322 males and 291 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.08%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 61.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 613 | 322 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 68 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 246 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 76 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Dharapuram North
Dharapuram North 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 Dharapuram North
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Dharapuram North.
| 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 Tiruppur to Dharapuram North is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharapuram North
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharapuram North village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dharapuram North
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharapuram North village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dharapuram North
Where is Dharapuram North located?
Dharapuram North village is located in Dharapuram Taluka, Tiruppur district, Tamil Nadu, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharapuram North?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharapuram North is Nanjiyampalayam.
What is the pincode of Dharapuram North?
The pincode of Dharapuram North is 638656.
What is the population of Dharapuram North?
Dharapuram North had a total population of 613, including 322 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Dharapuram North?
Dharapuram North had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharapuram North?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharapuram North was 72.08%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 61.17%.