Durabil - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Durabil is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durabil is 279613. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.24 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Durabil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durabil
According to the 2011 Census, Durabil village had a total population of 492 people, including 250 males and 242 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.21%, with male literacy at 81.70% and female literacy at 66.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 486.
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 | 492 | 250 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 247 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 183 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 67 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Durabil
Durabil 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 Durabil
Durabil is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Durabil is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Durabil is about 45 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 Durabil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durabil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Durabil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durabil 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durabil
Where is Durabil located?
Durabil village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Durabil?
The pincode of Durabil is 783360.
What is the population of Durabil?
Durabil had a total population of 492, including 250 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Durabil?
Durabil had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durabil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durabil was 74.21%. Male literacy was 81.70% and female literacy was 66.51%.