Durghat - Kalol, Bilaspur
Durghat is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from Bilaspur. Jejwin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durghat is 019408. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.1 hectares and falls under the 174017 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Durghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durghat
As per Census 2011, Durghat village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 89 males and 85 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Durghat
Durghat 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 Durghat
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Durghat.
| 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 Bilaspur to Durghat is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durghat 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 Durghat
Where is Durghat located?
Durghat village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Durghat is Jejwin.
What is the pincode of Durghat?
The pincode of Durghat is 174017.
What is the population of Durghat?
Durghat has a total population of 174, including 89 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Durghat?
There are 44 households in Durghat.
What is the literacy rate in Durghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durghat is 72.99%. Male literacy is 79.78% and female literacy is 65.88%.