Dhuriya - Kusmi, Sidhi
Dhuriya is a village situated in the Kusmi tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kusmi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Karail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhuriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhuriya is 503310. The village covers a total geographical area of 271.05 hectares and falls under the 486666 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Dhuriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhuriya
According to the 2011 Census, Dhuriya village had a total population of 334 people, including 183 males and 151 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 825 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.12%, with male literacy at 55.41% and female literacy at 41.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 334 | 183 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 155 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 87 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 96 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Dhuriya
Dhuriya 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 Dhuriya
Dhuriya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Dhuriya is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhuriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhuriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhuriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhuriya 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Dhuriya
Where is Dhuriya located?
Dhuriya village is located in Kusmi Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhuriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhuriya is Karail.
What is the pincode of Dhuriya?
The pincode of Dhuriya is 486666.
What is the population of Dhuriya?
Dhuriya had a total population of 334, including 183 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Dhuriya?
Dhuriya had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhuriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhuriya was 49.12%. Male literacy was 55.41% and female literacy was 41.41%.