Durgapur - Khaniyadhana, Shivpuri
Durgapur is a village situated in the Khaniyadhana tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaniyadhana and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Pothayai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 456366. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.89 hectares and falls under the 473990 pincode. Khaniyadhana is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pichhore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 273 people, consisting of 150 males and 123 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 820 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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 facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Durgapur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Durgapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khaniyadhana to Durgapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Khaniyadhana Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Pothayai.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 473990.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 273, including 150 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 65 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 33.70%. Male literacy is 44.67% and female literacy is 20.33%.