Durghat
Durghat is a village located in Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from district headquarter Jhanduta. Jhanduta is the sub-district headquarter of Durghat village. As per 2009 stats, Jejwin is the gram panchayat of Durghat village.
Here you can discover what makes Durghat unique in its vibrant Jhanduta-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Durghat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Durghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durghat is 019408. The village spans a total geographical area of 94.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174017. Naina Devi is nearest town to Durghat village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Durghat village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Durghat
Population of Durghat
According to the 2011 Census, Durghat has a total population of about 174, with approximately 89 males and 85 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 14 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.99%, with male literacy at about 79.78% and female literacy near 65.88%. There are around 44 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Durghat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 174 | 89 | 85 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 58 | 54 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Literate Population | 127 | 71 | 56 |
Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Connectivity of Durghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durghat. As per the 2011 stats, Durghat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Durghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durghat
- Where is Durghat located?
- Durghat village is situated in Jhanduta Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durghat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Durghat is Jejwin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Durghat?
- The pincode of Durghat is 174017, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Durghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durghat is 174, with 89 males and 85 females.
- How many households are there in Durghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durghat village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durghat is 72.99%. The male literacy rate is 79.78%, while the female literacy rate is 65.88%.