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
As per Census 2011, Durgpura village has a total population of 517 people, consisting of 262 males and 255 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 271 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 262 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 517, including 262 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Durgpura?
There are 101 households in Durgpura.
What is the literacy rate in Durgpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgpura is 47.58%. Male literacy is 61.45% and female literacy is 33.33%.