Durgaon
Durgaon is a village located in Shyampur tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Gawa is the gram panchayat of Durgaon village.
Durgaon has its own place in the vibrant Sehore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Durgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgaon is 482727. The village spans a total geographical area of 307.85 hectares. Sehore is nearest town to Durgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 64km away.
When it comes to local governance, Durgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sehore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhopal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Durgaon
Population of Durgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Durgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,003 | 531 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 117 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 304 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 227 | 327 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgaon village:
- The total population of Durgaon village is around 1,003, including approximately 531 males and 472 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Durgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgaon village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgaon village is about 44.77%, with male literacy at 57.25% and female literacy at 30.72%.
- There are around 257 households in Durgaon village.
Connectivity of Durgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Durgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Durgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgaon
- Where is Durgaon located?
- Durgaon village is situated in Shyampur Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Durgaon is Gawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Durgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgaon is 1,003, with 531 males and 472 females.
- How many households are there in Durgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgaon village has a total of 257 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgaon is 44.77%. The male literacy rate is 57.25%, while the female literacy rate is 30.72%.