Dhurkuda - Joura, Morena
Dhurkuda is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Dhurkuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhurkuda is 452473. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.14 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Kailaras is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dhurkuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhurkuda
As per Census 2011, Dhurkuda village has a total population of 2,161 people, consisting of 1,155 males and 1,006 females. The village has 483 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 296 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,211 literate and 950 illiterate residents. Additionally, 275 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhurkuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,161 | 1,155 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 165 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 275 | 157 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 829 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 326 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Dhurkuda
Dhurkuda 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 Dhurkuda
Dhurkuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kailaras to Dhurkuda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Dhurkuda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhurkuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhurkuda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhurkuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhurkuda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dhurkuda
Where is Dhurkuda located?
Dhurkuda village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhurkuda?
Dhurkuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dhurkuda?
The pincode of Dhurkuda is 476221.
What is the population of Dhurkuda?
Dhurkuda has a total population of 2,161, including 1,155 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Dhurkuda?
There are 483 households in Dhurkuda.
What is the literacy rate in Dhurkuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhurkuda is 56.04%. Male literacy is 71.77% and female literacy is 37.97%.