Durgwada - Murtijapur, Akola
Durgwada is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Durgwada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgwada is 530180. The village covers a total geographical area of 970 hectares and falls under the 444107 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Durgwada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgwada
As per Census 2011, Durgwada village has a total population of 1,346 people, consisting of 720 males and 626 females. The village has 372 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,056 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgwada are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Durgwada
Durgwada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakhari | South | 2.17 km |
| Sangwi | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Waghajali | South-East | 3.33 km |
| Khaparwada | East | 3.41 km |
| Ichora | North | 3.56 km |
| Kukasa | North | 3.61 km |
| Lakhpuri | West | 3.62 km |
| Tipatala | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Khudavantpur | West | 4.11 km |
| Bhujwada | North-West | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgwada
Durgwada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mana, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Murtijapur to Durgwada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Durgwada is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgwada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgwada 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 Durgwada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgwada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Durgwada
Where is Durgwada located?
Durgwada village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgwada?
Durgwada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgwada?
The pincode of Durgwada is 444107.
What is the population of Durgwada?
Durgwada has a total population of 1,346, including 720 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Durgwada?
There are 372 households in Durgwada.
What is the literacy rate in Durgwada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgwada is 78.45%. Male literacy is 83.47% and female literacy is 72.68%.