Durdura - Nuagaon, Nayagarh
Durdura is a village situated in the Nuagaon tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 133 km from Nayagarh Sadar and around 9 km from Nayagarh . Durudura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durdura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durdura is 406374. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 752070 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Durdura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durdura
As per Census 2011, Durdura village has a total population of 1,206 people, consisting of 628 males and 578 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 938 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durdura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,206 | 628 | 578 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 49 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 52 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 938 | 537 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 91 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Durdura
Durdura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rautapada | North-West | 0.84 km |
| Bakalbandha | West | 1.30 km |
| Chahali | North-West | 1.46 km |
| Jaganathapur | North | 1.80 km |
| Kirialanji | South | 1.94 km |
| Ekatal | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Rohisahi | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Jharana | South | 2.27 km |
| Dhenkana | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Khuntu Bandha | West | 2.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durdura
Durdura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Solari, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nayagarh to Durdura is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durdura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durdura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durdura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durdura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Durdura
Where is Durdura located?
Durdura village is located in Nuagaon Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durdura?
The Gram Panchayat of Durdura is Durudura.
What is the pincode of Durdura?
The pincode of Durdura is 752070.
What is the population of Durdura?
Durdura has a total population of 1,206, including 628 males and 578 females.
How many households are there in Durdura?
There are 283 households in Durdura.
What is the literacy rate in Durdura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durdura is 77.78%. Male literacy is 85.51% and female literacy is 69.38%.