Durgapur - Kurai, Seoni
Durgapur is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Mohgaon Yadav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 497181. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.45 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 259 people, including 122 males and 137 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.54%, with male literacy at 67.35% and female literacy at 55.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 248.
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 | 259 | 122 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 117 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 56 | 68 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Durgapur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Mohgaon Yadav.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 481111.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 259, including 122 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 60.54%. Male literacy was 67.35% and female literacy was 55.20%.