Durgada - Maregaon, Yavatmal
Durgada is a village situated in the Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maregaon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wagdhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgada is 543726. The village covers a total geographical area of 419 hectares and falls under the 445303 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgada
According to the 2011 Census, Durgada village had a total population of 60 people, including 27 males and 33 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.15%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 62.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vasantnagar | East | 1.91 km |
| Wai | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Wagdara | East | 3.61 km |
| Mangurda | West | 4.57 km |
| Awalgaon | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Kondhi | South-West | 5.89 km |
| Botoni | South | 6.20 km |
| Mendhani | East | 6.61 km |
| Ambora (ujad) | North-East | 6.63 km |
| Pimpalapur | North-West | 6.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Durgada. The nearest railway station is Pimpalkhuti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Pandharkaoda to Durgada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Durgada is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 >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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durgada
Where is Durgada located?
Durgada village is located in Maregaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgada?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgada is Wagdhara.
What is the pincode of Durgada?
The pincode of Durgada is 445303.
What is the population of Durgada?
Durgada had a total population of 60, including 27 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Durgada?
Durgada had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgada was 64.15%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 62.07%.