Durgapur - Beohari, Shahdol
Durgapur is a village situated in the Beohari tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Beohari and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Bairihai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 500976. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.58 hectares and falls under the 484776 pincode. Beohari is the nearest town, located about 40 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 501 people, consisting of 253 males and 248 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 87 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 448 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 253 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 45 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 227 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 137 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 116 | 157 |
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
Public transport in the Durgapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Beohari to Durgapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shahdol to Durgapur is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Beohari Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Bairihai.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 484776.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 501, including 253 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 93 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 45.51%. Male literacy is 54.15% and female literacy is 36.69%.