Dura - Gudri, West Singhbhum
Dura is a village situated in the Gudri subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. Gulikera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dura is 376977. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.15 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode.
Dura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dura
According to the 2011 Census, Dura village had a total population of 243 people, including 116 males and 127 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,095 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.95%, with male literacy at 79.59% and female literacy at 36.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
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 | 243 | 116 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 116 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 78 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 38 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Dura
Dura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Saidba | North | 1.19 km |
| Lorhai | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Joro | West | 2.72 km |
| Kutipi | East | 2.75 km |
| Jante | North-West | 3.15 km |
| Dindapai | North | 3.20 km |
| Dewan | North | 3.58 km |
| Lamdar | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Huilor | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Pansua | East | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dura. The nearest railway station is Tunia, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Dura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dura
Where is Dura located?
Dura village is located in Gudri Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dura?
The Gram Panchayat of Dura is Gulikera.
What is the pincode of Dura?
The pincode of Dura is 833201.
What is the population of Dura?
Dura had a total population of 243, including 116 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Dura?
Dura had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dura was 57.95%. Male literacy was 79.59% and female literacy was 36.08%.