Durang - Sironj, Vidisha
Durang is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Davpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durang is 480698. The village covers a total geographical area of 434.47 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Durang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durang
According to the 2011 Census, Durang village had a total population of 510 people, including 274 males and 236 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.45%, with male literacy at 40.44% and female literacy at 16.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 55.
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 | 510 | 274 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 49 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 91 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 386 | 183 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Durang
Durang is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Surajnagar | South | 1.79 km |
| Deopur | South | 2.28 km |
| Anuppur | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Dhamookhedi | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Jaitpur | South-West | 2.83 km |
| Gehunkhedi | North | 3.12 km |
| Rusalla Abhiraj | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Bachakhedi | South | 3.65 km |
| Maharaj Khedi | West | 4.40 km |
| Kundai | South-West | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durang
Durang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Orr, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sironj to Durang is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Durang is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durang 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 Durang
Where is Durang located?
Durang village is located in Sironj Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durang?
The Gram Panchayat of Durang is Davpur.
What is the pincode of Durang?
The pincode of Durang is 464114.
What is the population of Durang?
Durang had a total population of 510, including 274 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Durang?
Durang had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durang was 29.45%. Male literacy was 40.44% and female literacy was 16.84%.