Dharam Nagar - Harraiya, Basti
Dharam Nagar is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Dharm Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharam Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharam Nagar is 179108. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.1 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Dharam Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharam Nagar
As per Census 2011, Dharam Nagar village has a total population of 674 people, consisting of 363 males and 311 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 281 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharam Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 363 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 66 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 62 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 188 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 175 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Dharam Nagar
Dharam Nagar 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 Dharam Nagar
Dharam Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Dharam Nagar is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Dharam Nagar is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharam Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharam Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharam Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharam Nagar 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 Dharam Nagar
Where is Dharam Nagar located?
Dharam Nagar village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharam Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharam Nagar is Dharm Nagar.
What is the pincode of Dharam Nagar?
The pincode of Dharam Nagar is 272130.
What is the population of Dharam Nagar?
Dharam Nagar has a total population of 674, including 363 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Dharam Nagar?
There are 109 households in Dharam Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Dharam Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharam Nagar is 41.69%. Male literacy is 51.79% and female literacy is 29.90%.