Durgapur - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Durgapur is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 477291. The village covers a total geographical area of 525.78 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 757 people, including 415 males and 342 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.48%, with male literacy at 94.13% and female literacy at 68.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 757 | 415 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 40 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 73 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 353 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 62 | 130 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Durgapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Durgapur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Durgapur is about 36 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur?
Durgapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 451335.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 757, including 415 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 82.48%. Male literacy was 94.13% and female literacy was 68.39%.