Durang - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Durang is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Jaman Ki Ser serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durang is 022768. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Durang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durang
According to the 2011 Census, Durang village had a total population of 170 people, including 105 males and 65 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 619 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.17%, with male literacy at 88.04% and female literacy at 70.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 170 | 105 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 13 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 81 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Durang
Durang 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 Durang
Durang 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 Nahan to Durang is about 40 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 Durang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durang
Where is Durang located?
Durang village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durang?
The Gram Panchayat of Durang is Jaman Ki Ser.
What is the pincode of Durang?
The pincode of Durang is 173024.
What is the population of Durang?
Durang had a total population of 170, including 105 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Durang?
Durang had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durang was 81.17%. Male literacy was 88.04% and female literacy was 70.97%.