Durgwada
Durgwada is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Durgwada village is also a gram panchayat.
Durgwada has its own place in the vibrant Akola 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 Durgwada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgwada is 530180. The village spans a total geographical area of 970 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Durgwada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Durgwada 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 Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Durgwada
Population of Durgwada
Below is a concise population overview of Durgwada 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 | 1,346 | 720 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 265 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,056 | 601 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 119 | 171 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgwada village:
- The total population of Durgwada village is around 1,346, including approximately 720 males and 626 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Durgwada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgwada village has 493 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgwada village is about 78.45%, with male literacy at 83.47% and female literacy at 72.68%.
- There are around 372 households in Durgwada village.
Connectivity of Durgwada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgwada. As per the 2011 stats, Durgwada 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 Durgwada
Knowing the nearby villages of Durgwada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgwada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgwada
- Where is Durgwada located?
- Durgwada village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgwada?
- Durgwada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Durgwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgwada is 1,346, with 720 males and 626 females.
- How many households are there in Durgwada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgwada village has a total of 372 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgwada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgwada is 78.45%. The male literacy rate is 83.47%, while the female literacy rate is 72.68%.