Durves

Durves is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Durves village is also a gram panchayat.

Durves has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Durves

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durves is 552355. The village spans a total geographical area of 933 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401403. Palghar is nearest town to Durves village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Durves 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 Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Durves

Below is a concise population overview of Durves as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,766 1,390 1,376
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 464 223 241
Scheduled Castes (SC) 28 14 14
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,320 1,143 1,177
Literate Population 1,456 858 598
Illiterate Population 1,310 532 778

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durves village:

  • The total population of Durves village is around 2,766, including approximately 1,390 males and 1,376 females, with a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 464 children aged 0–6 years in Durves village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durves village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,320 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Durves village is about 52.64%, with male literacy at 61.73% and female literacy at 43.46%.
  • There are around 568 households in Durves village.

Connectivity of Durves

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durves. As per the 2011 stats, Durves 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 Durves

Knowing the nearby villages of Durves helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durves.

Frequently Asked Questions about Durves

Where is Durves located?
Durves village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durves?
Durves serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Durves?
The pincode of Durves is 401403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Durves as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durves is 2,766, with 1,390 males and 1,376 females.
How many households are there in Durves as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durves village has a total of 568 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durves as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durves is 52.64%. The male literacy rate is 61.73%, while the female literacy rate is 43.46%.