Durdura - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Durdura is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Subalaya and around 52 km from Subarnapur. Pitamahul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durdura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durdura is 419500. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Subalaya is the nearest town, located about 38 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 Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durdura
According to the 2011 Census, Durdura village had a total population of 162 people, including 84 males and 78 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.83%, with male literacy at 94.67% and female literacy at 74.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 71 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 13 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Durdura
Durdura 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 Durdura
Public transport in the Durdura is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Subalaya to Durdura is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Durdura is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | 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 Durdura
Where is Durdura located?
Durdura village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durdura?
The Gram Panchayat of Durdura is Pitamahul.
What is the pincode of Durdura?
The pincode of Durdura is 767018.
What is the population of Durdura?
Durdura had a total population of 162, including 84 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Durdura?
Durdura had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durdura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durdura was 84.83%. Male literacy was 94.67% and female literacy was 74.29%.