Durjanpura - Aklera, Jhalawar
Durjanpura is a village situated in the Aklera tehsil of Jhalawar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aklera and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jhalawar. Ghatoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durjanpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durjanpura is 104511. The village covers a total geographical area of 550.33 hectares and falls under the 326033 pincode. Aklera is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Durjanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manohar thana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durjanpura
As per Census 2011, Durjanpura village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 466 males and 497 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 184 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 576 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durjanpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 466 | 497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 34 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 246 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 576 | 220 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Durjanpura
Durjanpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahuwa Khoh | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Manpura Goojran | North | 2.00 km |
| Sarkhandi Kalan | South-East | 2.10 km |
| Sarkhandi Khurd | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Gopalpura | North | 2.73 km |
| Semli Kalan | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Ghatoli | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Gordhanpura Near Koli | West | 2.90 km |
| Kotra Jageer | East | 2.96 km |
| Gordhanpura@kachnari | North | 3.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durjanpura
Public transport in the Durjanpura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chachaura Binaganj, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.0 km.
| 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 Aklera to Durjanpura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhalawar to Durjanpura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durjanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durjanpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durjanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durjanpura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durjanpura
Where is Durjanpura located?
Durjanpura village is located in Aklera Tehsil, Jhalawar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durjanpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Durjanpura is Ghatoli.
What is the pincode of Durjanpura?
The pincode of Durjanpura is 326033.
What is the population of Durjanpura?
Durjanpura has a total population of 963, including 466 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Durjanpura?
There are 177 households in Durjanpura.
What is the literacy rate in Durjanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durjanpura is 40.19%. Male literacy is 52.79% and female literacy is 28.37%.