Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 82km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 82km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli 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 Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 539065. The village spans a total geographical area of 196.33 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
When it comes to local governance, Durgapur 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 Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Durgapur
Population of Durgapur
Below is a concise population overview of Durgapur 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 | 421 | 188 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 169 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 122 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 66 | 109 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:
- The total population of Durgapur village is around 421, including approximately 188 males and 233 females, with a sex ratio of 1239 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgapur village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 374 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 58.43%, with male literacy at 64.89% and female literacy at 53.22%.
- There are around 93 households in Durgapur village.
Connectivity of Durgapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Durgapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur
- Where is Durgapur located?
- Durgapur village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- Durgapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgapur is 421, with 188 males and 233 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 58.43%. The male literacy rate is 64.89%, while the female literacy rate is 53.22%.