Dharm Pur - Ghosi, Mau
Dharm Pur is a village situated in the Ghosi tehsil of Mau district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghosi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Mau. Raunda Bhagwanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharm Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharm Pur is 196096. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.08 hectares and falls under the 275302 pincode. Mau is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Dharm Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Madhuban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dharm Pur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharm Pur village had a total population of 102 people, including 55 males and 47 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 89.36% and female literacy at 73.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 102 | 55 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 42 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dharm Pur
Dharm Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bibi Pur | South-East | 0.71 km |
| Rauda Bhagawan Pur | West | 0.86 km |
| Sadaso | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Saraya Mutalike Usari Khurd | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Sherpur | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Zamira Chauradih | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Narharipur | North | 1.73 km |
| Korauli | South | 1.77 km |
| Basiyaram Kast | South | 1.84 km |
| Tahir Pur | South-East | 1.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dharm Pur
Dharm Pur 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 Barhaj Bazar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mau to Dharm Pur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mau to Dharm Pur is about 48 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 Dharm Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharm Pur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Dharm Pur
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 Pur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharm Pur
Where is Dharm Pur located?
Dharm Pur village is located in Ghosi Tehsil, Mau district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharm Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharm Pur is Raunda Bhagwanpur.
What is the pincode of Dharm Pur?
The pincode of Dharm Pur is 275302.
What is the population of Dharm Pur?
Dharm Pur had a total population of 102, including 55 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Dharm Pur?
Dharm Pur had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharm Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharm Pur was 81.82%. Male literacy was 89.36% and female literacy was 73.17%.