Durgapur - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Durgapur is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 82 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 539065. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.33 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 188 males and 233 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,239 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 374 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | 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 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Durgapur is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Dhanora 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 442606.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 421, including 188 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 93 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 58.43%. Male literacy is 64.89% and female literacy is 53.22%.