Durgapur - Indergarh, Datia
Durgapur is a village situated in the Indergarh tehsil of Datia district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Indergarh and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Datia. Raroajiwan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 454508. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.93 hectares and falls under the 475336 pincode. Indergarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 130 people, including 79 males and 51 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 646 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.93%, with male literacy at 86.57% and female literacy at 51.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 130 | 79 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 12 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 58 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 21 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amawali | South | 1.11 km |
| Khiriya | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Delua | North | 1.48 km |
| Raruajiwan | East | 1.63 km |
| Surapara | West | 1.86 km |
| Kuthonda | West | 1.88 km |
| Mahonajat | South | 2.35 km |
| Anandpur | North | 2.76 km |
| Dabhera | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Richhoura | North-East | 3.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur
Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kotra, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Indergarh to Durgapur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Datia to Durgapur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Indergarh Tehsil, Datia district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Raroajiwan.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 475336.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 130, including 79 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 71.93%. Male literacy was 86.57% and female literacy was 51.06%.