Dharampur - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Dharampur is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.4 km from Manbazar and around 68 km from Purulia. Borojaragara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dharampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dharampur is 332278. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.72 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Dharampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Dharampur
According to the 2011 Census, Dharampur village had a total population of 1,789 people, including 896 males and 893 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.61%, with male literacy at 72.90% and female literacy at 42.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 821.
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 | 1,789 | 896 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 110 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 821 | 410 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 912 | 573 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 877 | 323 | 554 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Balarampur to Dharampur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Dharampur is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dharampur
Where is Dharampur located?
Dharampur village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dharampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dharampur is Borojaragara.
What is the pincode of Dharampur?
The pincode of Dharampur is 723131.
What is the population of Dharampur?
Dharampur had a total population of 1,789, including 896 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Dharampur?
Dharampur had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dharampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dharampur was 57.61%. Male literacy was 72.90% and female literacy was 42.53%.