Durgpura - Ichhawar, Sehore
Durgpura is a village situated in the Ichhawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ichhawar and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Durgpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgpura is 483168. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.04 hectares and falls under the 466115 pincode. Ichhawar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Durgpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgpura
According to the 2011 Census, Durgpura village had a total population of 684 people, including 354 males and 330 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.88%, with male literacy at 86.51% and female literacy at 54.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 684 | 354 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 65 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 250 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 104 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Durgpura
Durgpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sunar Khedi | North | 1.56 km |
| Nagli | East | 1.81 km |
| Kaliya Khedi | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Golu Khedi | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Narsingh Kheda | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Bhojpura | North | 2.75 km |
| Chhapari Karan | South | 2.92 km |
| Partappura | East | 3.18 km |
| Dhamanda | West | 3.40 km |
| Mohanpur Lendi | North | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgpura
Durgpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baktal, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| 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 Ichhawar to Durgpura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Durgpura is about 38 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 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 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgpura
Where is Durgpura located?
Durgpura village is located in Ichhawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgpura?
Durgpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgpura?
The pincode of Durgpura is 466115.
What is the population of Durgpura?
Durgpura had a total population of 684, including 354 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Durgpura?
Durgpura had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgpura was 70.88%. Male literacy was 86.51% and female literacy was 54.80%.