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
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 122 males and 137 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,122 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 248 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 259, including 122 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 61 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 52.12%. Male literacy is 54.10% and female literacy is 50.36%.