Durma - Jagargunda, Sukma
Durma is a village situated in the Jagargunda tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 112 km from Konta and around 168 km from Dantewada. Gumodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durma is 450309. The village covers a total geographical area of 1556.67 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Dornapal is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Durma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Konta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durma
According to the 2011 Census, Durma village had a total population of 123 people, including 71 males and 52 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 732 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.44%, with male literacy at 32.81% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 50 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Durma
Durma 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 Durma
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Durma.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dornapal to Durma is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Durma is about 168 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durma 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Durma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durma
Where is Durma located?
Durma village is located in Jagargunda Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durma?
The Gram Panchayat of Durma is Gumodi.
What is the pincode of Durma?
The pincode of Durma is 494122.
What is the population of Durma?
Durma had a total population of 123, including 71 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Durma?
Durma had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durma was 28.44%. Male literacy was 32.81% and female literacy was 22.22%.