Dursara - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Dursara is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. Pipariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dursara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dursara is 490892. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town.
Dursara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dursara
According to the 2011 Census, Dursara village had a total population of 706 people, including 356 males and 350 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.33%, with male literacy at 82.91% and female literacy at 57.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 706 | 356 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 27 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 262 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 94 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Dursara
Dursara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhursuru | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Barchhi | West | 1.21 km |
| Baglai | East | 2.14 km |
| Barha | South | 2.18 km |
| Palera | West | 2.62 km |
| Rahma | West | 2.77 km |
| Dhana | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Singpur | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Adegaon Khurd | East | 3.76 km |
| Golgaon Kalan | North | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dursara
Dursara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Salichauka Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Dursara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dursara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dursara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dursara 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 Dursara
Where is Dursara located?
Dursara village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dursara?
The Gram Panchayat of Dursara is Pipariya.
What is the pincode of Dursara?
The pincode of Dursara is 487771.
What is the population of Dursara?
Dursara had a total population of 706, including 356 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Dursara?
Dursara had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dursara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dursara was 70.33%. Male literacy was 82.91% and female literacy was 57.56%.