Durma - Konta, Sukma
Durma is a village situated in the Konta tehsil of Sukma district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Konta and around 180 km from Dantewada. Mehta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durma is 450406. The village covers a total geographical area of 709.1 hectares and falls under the 494122 pincode. Sukma is the nearest town, located about 100 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
As per Census 2011, Durma village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 129 males and 130 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 129 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 129 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 249 | 122 | 127 |
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 Sukma to Durma is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Durma is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 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 Konta Tehsil, Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durma?
The Gram Panchayat of Durma is Mehta.
What is the pincode of Durma?
The pincode of Durma is 494122.
What is the population of Durma?
Durma has a total population of 259, including 129 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Durma?
There are 69 households in Durma.
What is the literacy rate in Durma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durma is 3.86%. Male literacy is 5.43% and female literacy is 2.31%.