Durgtola - Garkha, Saran
Durgtola is a village situated in the Garkha subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garkha and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Ferusa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgtola is 234341. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.88 hectares and falls under the 841415 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Durgtola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgtola
According to the 2011 Census, Durgtola village had a total population of 700 people, including 353 males and 347 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.63%, with male literacy at 77.74% and female literacy at 53.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 373.
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 | 700 | 353 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 182 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 220 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 133 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Durgtola
Durgtola 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 Durgtola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Durgtola.
| 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 Chapra to Durgtola is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Durgtola is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgtola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durgtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgtola 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Durgtola
Where is Durgtola located?
Durgtola village is located in Garkha Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgtola is Ferusa.
What is the pincode of Durgtola?
The pincode of Durgtola is 841415.
What is the population of Durgtola?
Durgtola had a total population of 700, including 353 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Durgtola?
Durgtola had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgtola was 65.63%. Male literacy was 77.74% and female literacy was 53.92%.