Durgpura - Badod, Agar-Malwa
Durgpura is a village situated in the Badod tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Badod and around 115 km from Shajapur. Khandwas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgpura is 472378. The village covers a total geographical area of 464.44 hectares and falls under the 465550 pincode. Badod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Durgpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgpura
According to the 2011 Census, Durgpura village had a total population of 517 people, including 262 males and 255 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.03%, with male literacy at 68.80% and female literacy at 39.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 517 | 262 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 161 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 101 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Durgpura
Durgpura 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 Durgpura
Durgpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Badod to Durgpura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Durgpura is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durgpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgpura
Where is Durgpura located?
Durgpura village is located in Badod Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgpura is Khandwas.
What is the pincode of Durgpura?
The pincode of Durgpura is 465550.
What is the population of Durgpura?
Durgpura had a total population of 517, including 262 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Durgpura?
Durgpura had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgpura was 55.03%. Male literacy was 68.80% and female literacy was 39.91%.