Dharampur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Dharampur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Dhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 055487. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.52 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharampur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharampur village had a total population of 82 people, including 42 males and 40 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.23%, with male literacy at 76.32% and female literacy at 65.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Dharampur
Dharampur 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 Dharampur
Dharampur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaladhungi to Dharampur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Dharampur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharampur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dharampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharampur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur is Dhanpur.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 263140.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur had a total population of 82, including 42 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
Dharampur had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur was 71.23%. Male literacy was 76.32% and female literacy was 65.71%.