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
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 970 people, consisting of 527 males and 443 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 386 illiterate residents. Additionally, 968 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 970 | 527 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 968 | 526 | 442 |
| 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 has a total population of 970, including 527 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 213 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 60.21%. Male literacy is 75.33% and female literacy is 42.21%.