Durgapura - Nokha, Bikaner
Durgapura is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Jaisalsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapura is 069706. The village covers a total geographical area of 754.6 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Durgapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nokha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapura
As per Census 2011, Durgapura village has a total population of 1,048 people, consisting of 580 males and 468 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males. There are 232 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 612 illiterate residents. Additionally, 522 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,048 | 580 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 286 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 311 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 612 | 269 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapura
Durgapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gundusar | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Ajasar | South-East | 4.90 km |
| Jaisalsar | North | 4.93 km |
| Shree Rampura | North-East | 5.30 km |
| Peempasar | West | 5.31 km |
| Ladiya | South | 5.38 km |
| Chachaniya | North-West | 5.67 km |
| Chainasar | North | 7.46 km |
| Beeramsar | South | 7.54 km |
| Shyamsar | South-East | 7.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapura
Durgapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chilo, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Nokha to Durgapura is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Durgapura is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapura 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 Durgapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapura
Where is Durgapura located?
Durgapura village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapura is Jaisalsar.
What is the pincode of Durgapura?
The pincode of Durgapura is 334803.
What is the population of Durgapura?
Durgapura has a total population of 1,048, including 580 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Durgapura?
There are 165 households in Durgapura.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapura is 41.60%. Male literacy is 53.62% and female literacy is 26.71%.