Durgi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Durgi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Durgi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgi is 425427. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Durgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgi
As per Census 2011, Durgi village has a total population of 1,792 people, consisting of 858 males and 934 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,178 literate and 614 illiterate residents. Additionally, 534 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 283 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,792 | 858 | 934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 123 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 244 | 290 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 127 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 599 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 614 | 259 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Durgi
Durgi 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 Durgi
Public transport in the Durgi is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Durgi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Durgi is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Durgi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgi 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgi
Where is Durgi located?
Durgi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgi?
Durgi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgi?
The pincode of Durgi is 765019.
What is the population of Durgi?
Durgi has a total population of 1,792, including 858 males and 934 females.
How many households are there in Durgi?
There are 438 households in Durgi.
What is the literacy rate in Durgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgi is 65.74%. Male literacy is 69.81% and female literacy is 61.99%.