Dhurkot - Baramkela, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Dhurkot is a village situated in the Baramkela tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Baramkela and around 64 km from Raigarh. Kumhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhurkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhurkot is 435705. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.84 hectares and falls under the 496554 pincode. Baramkela is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Dhurkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Dhurkot
Dhurkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamchhapar | South | 0.90 km |
| Saraipali | East | 1.11 km |
| Kumhari | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Tausir | West | 1.79 km |
| Bahalidih | South | 1.86 km |
| Ghunchanpali | West | 1.86 km |
| Pradhanpur | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Bengchi | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Mendara | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Limpali | South-West | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhurkot
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dhurkot. The nearest railway station is Bargarh Road, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramkela to Dhurkot is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Dhurkot is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhurkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhurkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhurkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhurkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dhurkot
Where is Dhurkot located?
Dhurkot village is located in Baramkela Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhurkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhurkot is Kumhari.
What is the pincode of Dhurkot?
The pincode of Dhurkot is 496554.