Dharm Nagar - Harraiya, Basti
Dharm Nagar is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Basantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharm Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharm Nagar is 180076. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.22 hectares and falls under the 272128 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Dharm Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharm Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Dharm Nagar village had a total population of 376 people, including 193 males and 183 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.16%, with male literacy at 79.39% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
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 | 376 | 193 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 131 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 62 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Dharm Nagar
Dharm 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 Dharm Nagar
Dharm Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Basti to Dharm Nagar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharm Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharm Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dharm 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 Dharm Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dharm Nagar
Where is Dharm Nagar located?
Dharm Nagar village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharm Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharm Nagar is Basantpur.
What is the pincode of Dharm Nagar?
The pincode of Dharm Nagar is 272128.
What is the population of Dharm Nagar?
Dharm Nagar had a total population of 376, including 193 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Dharm Nagar?
Dharm Nagar had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharm Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharm Nagar was 69.16%. Male literacy was 79.39% and female literacy was 58.33%.