Dharmpura - Meerganj, Bareilly
Dharmpura is a village situated in the Meerganj tehsil of Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meerganj and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bareilly. Dharmpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmpura is 129542. The village covers a total geographical area of 302.4 hectares and falls under the 243505 pincode.
Dharmpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Meerganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bareilly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharmpura
According to the 2011 Census, Dharmpura village had a total population of 2,796 people, including 1,481 males and 1,315 females, living in 400 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.78%, with male literacy at 21.08% and female literacy at 16.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 2,796 | 1,481 | 1,315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 257 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 258 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,375 | 1,223 | 1,152 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmpura
Dharmpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunathpur Urf Jagdish | North | 1.39 km |
| Basai | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Abhupura Urf Jokhanpur | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Mirpur | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Gokilpur | North | 2.34 km |
| Sahora | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Ras | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Kabra Kishanpur | East | 2.64 km |
| Dhakia | North | 2.68 km |
| Bairamnagar | South-East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharmpura
Dharmpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Milak, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bareilly to Dharmpura is about 49 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 Dharmpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmpura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmpura 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 Dharmpura
Where is Dharmpura located?
Dharmpura village is located in Meerganj Tehsil, Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmpura?
Dharmpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dharmpura?
The pincode of Dharmpura is 243505.
What is the population of Dharmpura?
Dharmpura had a total population of 2,796, including 1,481 males and 1,315 females.
How many households are there in Dharmpura?
Dharmpura had 400 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmpura was 18.78%. Male literacy was 21.08% and female literacy was 16.01%.