Dhamur - Nichlaul, Mahrajganj
Dhamur is a village situated in the Nichlaul tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nichlaul and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Dhamur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhamur is 183852. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.61 hectares and falls under the 273304 pincode. Mahrajganj is the nearest town, located about 123 km away.
Dhamur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhamur
As per Census 2011, Dhamur village has a total population of 3,198 people, consisting of 1,626 males and 1,572 females. The village has 525 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,222 literate and 1,976 illiterate residents. Additionally, 751 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhamur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,198 | 1,626 | 1,572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 314 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 751 | 396 | 355 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,222 | 762 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,976 | 864 | 1,112 |
Nearby Villages of Dhamur
Dhamur 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 Dhamur
Dhamur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mahrajganj to Dhamur is about 123 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahrajganj to Dhamur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhamur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhamur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhamur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhamur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhamur
Where is Dhamur located?
Dhamur village is located in Nichlaul Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhamur?
Dhamur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhamur?
The pincode of Dhamur is 273304.
What is the population of Dhamur?
Dhamur has a total population of 3,198, including 1,626 males and 1,572 females.
How many households are there in Dhamur?
There are 525 households in Dhamur.
What is the literacy rate in Dhamur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhamur is 38.21%. Male literacy is 46.86% and female literacy is 29.26%.