Durgpura - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Durgpura is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Durgapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgpura is 499505. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.4 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Durgpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgpura
As per Census 2011, Durgpura village has a total population of 1,040 people, consisting of 538 males and 502 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,040 | 538 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 104 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 56 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 207 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 737 | 331 | 406 |
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 | 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 Biaora to Durgpura is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Durgpura is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgpura
Where is Durgpura located?
Durgpura village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgpura is Durgapura.
What is the pincode of Durgpura?
The pincode of Durgpura is 473287.
What is the population of Durgpura?
Durgpura has a total population of 1,040, including 538 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Durgpura?
There are 220 households in Durgpura.
What is the literacy rate in Durgpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgpura is 29.13%. Male literacy is 38.48% and female literacy is 19.12%.