Dhurgaon
Dhurgaon is a village located in Ekangarsarai subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ekangarsarai (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Dhurgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dhurgaon unique in its vibrant Ekangarsarai-Nalanda region. You’ll see Dhurgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dhurgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dhurgaon is 244846. The village spans a total geographical area of 493 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 801301. Biharsharif is nearest town to Dhurgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Dhurgaon
Population of Dhurgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Dhurgaon has a total population of about 6,072, with approximately 3,239 males and 2,833 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,003 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,454 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.12%, with male literacy at about 61.25% and female literacy near 41.69%. There are around 963 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dhurgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,072 | 3,239 | 2,833 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,003 | 544 | 459 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,454 | 807 | 647 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 3,165 | 1,984 | 1,181 |
Illiterate Population | 2,907 | 1,255 | 1,652 |
Connectivity of Dhurgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dhurgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Dhurgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dhurgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Dhurgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dhurgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dhurgaon
- Where is Dhurgaon located?
- Dhurgaon village is situated in Ekangarsarai Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dhurgaon?
- Dhurgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Dhurgaon?
- The pincode of Dhurgaon is 801301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dhurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhurgaon is 6,072, with 3,239 males and 2,833 females.
- How many households are there in Dhurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dhurgaon village has a total of 963 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dhurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhurgaon is 52.12%. The male literacy rate is 61.25%, while the female literacy rate is 41.69%.