Durgam
Durgam is a village located in Narpala mandal of Anantapur district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Narpala (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Anantapur. As per 2009 stats, Siddaracherla is the gram panchayat of Durgam village.
Durgam has its own place in the vibrant Anantapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Durgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgam is 595061. The village spans a total geographical area of 892 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 515425. Anantapur is nearest town to Durgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Durgam
Population of Durgam
Below is a concise population overview of Durgam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 739 | 380 | 359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 207 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 188 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 192 | 219 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgam village:
- The total population of Durgam village is around 739, including approximately 380 males and 359 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Durgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgam village has 418 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgam village is about 44.38%, with male literacy at 49.47% and female literacy at 39.00%.
- There are around 191 households in Durgam village.
Connectivity of Durgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgam. As per the 2011 stats, Durgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Durgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgam
- Where is Durgam located?
- Durgam village is situated in Narpala Mandal, within the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Durgam is Siddaracherla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Durgam?
- The pincode of Durgam is 515425, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Durgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgam is 739, with 380 males and 359 females.
- How many households are there in Durgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgam village has a total of 191 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgam is 44.38%. The male literacy rate is 49.47%, while the female literacy rate is 39.00%.