Durgada - Deoli, Wardha
Durgada is a village situated in the Deoli tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Akoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgada is 534249. The village covers a total geographical area of 329.22 hectares and falls under the 442101 pincode. Pulgaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Durgada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgada
As per Census 2011, Durgada village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 308 males and 301 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 453 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 321 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 308 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 171 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 244 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 64 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Durgada
Durgada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talni (bha) | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Fattepur | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Hurdanpur | South | 2.27 km |
| Dhonapur | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Akoli | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Bhidi | South | 3.15 km |
| Hirapur | North | 3.48 km |
| Timapur | North | 3.80 km |
| Ratnapur | East | 4.23 km |
| Chondhi | West | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgada
Durgada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kaotha, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pulgaon to Durgada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Durgada is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Durgada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgada
Where is Durgada located?
Durgada village is located in Deoli Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgada?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgada is Akoli.
What is the pincode of Durgada?
The pincode of Durgada is 442101.
What is the population of Durgada?
Durgada has a total population of 609, including 308 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Durgada?
There are 181 households in Durgada.
What is the literacy rate in Durgada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgada is 74.38%. Male literacy is 79.22% and female literacy is 69.44%.