Durgaon
Durgaon is a village located in Karjat tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Karjat (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Durgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Durgaon has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Durgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgaon is 558594. The village spans a total geographical area of 2058 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 414402. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Durgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 88km away.
When it comes to local governance, Durgaon 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 Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Durgaon
Population of Durgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Durgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,708 | 1,909 | 1,799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 478 | 248 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 762 | 393 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 77 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 2,109 | 1,204 | 905 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,599 | 705 | 894 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgaon village:
- The total population of Durgaon village is around 3,708, including approximately 1,909 males and 1,799 females, with a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 478 children aged 0–6 years in Durgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgaon village has 762 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 159 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgaon village is about 56.88%, with male literacy at 63.07% and female literacy at 50.31%.
- There are around 801 households in Durgaon village.
Connectivity of Durgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Durgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Durgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgaon
- Where is Durgaon located?
- Durgaon village is situated in Karjat Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgaon?
- Durgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Durgaon?
- The pincode of Durgaon is 414402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Durgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgaon is 3,708, with 1,909 males and 1,799 females.
- How many households are there in Durgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgaon village has a total of 801 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgaon is 56.88%. The male literacy rate is 63.07%, while the female literacy rate is 50.31%.