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
As per Census 2011, Durgtola village has a total population of 700 people, consisting of 353 males and 347 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 373 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgtola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 700 | 353 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 182 | 191 |
| 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 has a total population of 700, including 353 males and 347 females.
How many households are there in Durgtola?
There are 123 households in Durgtola.
What is the literacy rate in Durgtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgtola is 54.00%. Male literacy is 62.32% and female literacy is 45.53%.