Durgapur

Durgapur is a village located in Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Khaniyadhana (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Shivpuri. As per 2009 stats, Pothayai is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.

Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant Shivpuri 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 Durgapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 456366. The village spans a total geographical area of 216.89 hectares. Khaniyadhana is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Durgapur 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 Pichhore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Guna Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Durgapur

Below is a concise population overview of Durgapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 273 150 123
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 55 28 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 9 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 165 89 76
Literate Population 92 67 25
Illiterate Population 181 83 98

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:

  • The total population of Durgapur village is around 273, including approximately 150 males and 123 females, with a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durgapur village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 165 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 33.70%, with male literacy at 44.67% and female literacy at 20.33%.
  • There are around 65 households in Durgapur village.

Connectivity of Durgapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Durgapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Durgapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgapur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur

Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is situated in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, within the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Pothayai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgapur is 273, with 150 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 33.70%. The male literacy rate is 44.67%, while the female literacy rate is 20.33%.