Durbhat - Ponda, South Goa
Durbhat is a village situated in the Ponda taluka of South Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 6 km from Ponda and around 34 km from Panaji. Durbhat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durbhat is 626856. The village covers a total geographical area of 579 hectares and falls under the 403401 pincode.
Durbhat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marcaim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the South Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durbhat
According to the 2011 Census, Durbhat village had a total population of 3,443 people, including 1,700 males and 1,743 females, living in 771 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.71%, with male literacy at 96.01% and female literacy at 83.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 425.
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 | 3,443 | 1,700 | 1,743 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 148 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 425 | 209 | 216 |
| Literate Population | 2,817 | 1,490 | 1,327 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 210 | 416 |
Nearby Villages of Durbhat
Durbhat 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 Durbhat
Durbhat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Panaji to Durbhat is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durbhat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durbhat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durbhat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durbhat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durbhat
Where is Durbhat located?
Durbhat village is located in Ponda Taluka, South Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durbhat?
Durbhat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durbhat?
The pincode of Durbhat is 403401.
What is the population of Durbhat?
Durbhat had a total population of 3,443, including 1,700 males and 1,743 females.
How many households are there in Durbhat?
Durbhat had 771 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durbhat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durbhat was 89.71%. Male literacy was 96.01% and female literacy was 83.56%.