Durgapara - Bagicha, Jashpur
Durgapara is a village situated in the Bagicha tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagicha and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Durgapara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapara is 433667. The village covers a total geographical area of 672.21 hectares and falls under the 496224 pincode. Bagicha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Durgapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapara
As per Census 2011, Durgapara village has a total population of 1,398 people, consisting of 715 males and 683 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 242 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 743 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,171 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,398 | 715 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 125 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,171 | 592 | 579 |
| Literate Population | 743 | 443 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 272 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapara
Durgapara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sardih | South | 2.77 km |
| Maini | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Boda | West | 2.86 km |
| Chawarpani | North-West | 3.09 km |
| Lalati | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Ghutrapara | West | 4.08 km |
| Kachhardih | North-West | 4.41 km |
| Bimda | East | 4.48 km |
| Tirang | North | 4.66 km |
| Patrapara | South-East | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapara
Durgapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bagicha to Durgapara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Durgapara is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durgapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgapara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Durgapara
Where is Durgapara located?
Durgapara village is located in Bagicha Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapara?
Durgapara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgapara?
The pincode of Durgapara is 496224.
What is the population of Durgapara?
Durgapara has a total population of 1,398, including 715 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Durgapara?
There are 283 households in Durgapara.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapara is 53.15%. Male literacy is 61.96% and female literacy is 43.92%.