Dharmmapur - Goghat - II, Hooghly
Dharmmapur is a village situated in the Goghat - II subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from Goghat and around 97 km from Chinsura. Shyambazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharmmapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharmmapur is 324202. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.02 hectares and falls under the 712122 pincode. Arambag is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dharmmapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharmmapur
As per Census 2011, Dharmmapur village has a total population of 239 people, consisting of 120 males and 119 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dharmmapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 239 | 120 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 98 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Dharmmapur
Dharmmapur 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 Dharmmapur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Dharmmapur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Dharmmapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arambag to Dharmmapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Dharmmapur is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dharmmapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dharmmapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dharmmapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dharmmapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharmmapur
Where is Dharmmapur located?
Dharmmapur village is located in Goghat - II Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dharmmapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharmmapur is Shyambazar.
What is the pincode of Dharmmapur?
The pincode of Dharmmapur is 712122.
What is the population of Dharmmapur?
Dharmmapur has a total population of 239, including 120 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Dharmmapur?
There are 52 households in Dharmmapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dharmmapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharmmapur is 74.48%. Male literacy is 81.67% and female literacy is 67.23%.