Durgapur - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Durgapur is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 539304. The village covers a total geographical area of 470.55 hectares and falls under the 442707 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 1,445 people, consisting of 737 males and 708 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 200 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,027 literate and 418 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,445 | 737 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 200 | 98 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 572 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 418 | 165 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur 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 Durgapur
Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Durgapur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durgapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
Durgapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 442707.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 1,445, including 737 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 328 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 71.07%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 64.27%.