Durjana - Nohar, Hanumangarh
Durjana is a village situated in the Nohar tehsil of Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nohar and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Hanumangarh. Meghana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durjana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durjana is 068791. The village covers a total geographical area of 2243.12 hectares and falls under the 335523 pincode. Nohar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Durjana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nohar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durjana
As per Census 2011, Durjana village has a total population of 1,988 people, consisting of 1,021 males and 967 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,100 literate and 888 illiterate residents. Additionally, 493 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durjana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,988 | 1,021 | 967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 128 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 248 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 695 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 888 | 326 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Durjana
Durjana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhograna | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Meghana | South | 4.43 km |
| Soorpura | North | 4.94 km |
| Nagrasari | West | 5.03 km |
| Raisinghpura | North-West | 6.48 km |
| Nahrana | East | 6.57 km |
| Kharsandi | South-West | 6.98 km |
| Bhangooli | South-East | 7.60 km |
| Dalpatpura | North | 7.79 km |
| Jorawarpura | North | 7.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durjana
Durjana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Diplana, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nohar to Durjana is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hanumangarh to Durjana is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durjana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durjana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durjana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durjana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durjana
Where is Durjana located?
Durjana village is located in Nohar Tehsil, Hanumangarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durjana?
The Gram Panchayat of Durjana is Meghana.
What is the pincode of Durjana?
The pincode of Durjana is 335523.
What is the population of Durjana?
Durjana has a total population of 1,988, including 1,021 males and 967 females.
How many households are there in Durjana?
There are 384 households in Durjana.
What is the literacy rate in Durjana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durjana is 55.33%. Male literacy is 68.07% and female literacy is 41.88%.