Durku

Durku is a village located in Potka subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Potka (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Purbi Singhbhum. As per 2009 stats, Kuldiha is the gram panchayat of Durku village.

Durku has its own place in the vibrant Purbi Singhbhum region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Durku

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durku is 363621. The village spans a total geographical area of 296 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832102. Potka is nearest town to Durku village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Durku

Below is a concise population overview of Durku as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,617 796 821
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 252 114 138
Scheduled Castes (SC) 14 10 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 434 207 227
Literate Population 829 479 350
Illiterate Population 788 317 471

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durku village:

  • The total population of Durku village is around 1,617, including approximately 796 males and 821 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 252 children aged 0–6 years in Durku village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durku village has 14 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 434 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Durku village is about 51.27%, with male literacy at 60.18% and female literacy at 42.63%.
  • There are around 333 households in Durku village.

Connectivity of Durku

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durku. As per the 2011 stats, Durku had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Durku

Knowing the nearby villages of Durku helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durku.

Frequently Asked Questions about Durku

Where is Durku located?
Durku village is situated in Potka Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durku?
The Gram Panchayat of Durku is Kuldiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Durku?
The pincode of Durku is 832102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Durku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durku is 1,617, with 796 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Durku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durku village has a total of 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durku is 51.27%. The male literacy rate is 60.18%, while the female literacy rate is 42.63%.