Durgapur - Lahar, Bhind
Durgapur is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Bisanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 453667. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.26 hectares and falls under the 477445 pincode. Daboh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 970 people, including 527 males and 443 females, living in 213 households. The sex ratio was 841 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.57%, with male literacy at 89.21% and female literacy at 50.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 968.
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 | 970 | 527 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 526 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 397 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 130 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur 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 Durgapur
Durgapur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daboh to Durgapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Durgapur is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durgapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Bisanpura.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 477445.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 970, including 527 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 71.57%. Male literacy was 89.21% and female literacy was 50.40%.