Durgam
Durgam is a village located in Arcot taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arcot are the district & sub-district headquarters of Durgam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Durgam village is also a gram panchayat.
Durgam has its own place in the vibrant Vellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Durgam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgam is 630740. The village spans a total geographical area of 618.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632512. Timiri is nearest town to Durgam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Durgam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arcot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Durgam
Population of Durgam
Below is a concise population overview of Durgam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,776 | 893 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 724 | 371 | 353 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 684 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 553 | 209 | 344 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgam village:
- The total population of Durgam village is around 1,776, including approximately 893 males and 883 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 215 children aged 0–6 years in Durgam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgam village has 724 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgam village is about 68.86%, with male literacy at 76.60% and female literacy at 61.04%.
- There are around 441 households in Durgam village.
Connectivity of Durgam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgam. As per the 2011 stats, Durgam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 14 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durgam
Knowing the nearby villages of Durgam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgam
- Where is Durgam located?
- Durgam village is situated in Arcot Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgam?
- Durgam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Durgam?
- The pincode of Durgam is 632512, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Durgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgam is 1,776, with 893 males and 883 females.
- How many households are there in Durgam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgam village has a total of 441 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgam is 68.86%. The male literacy rate is 76.60%, while the female literacy rate is 61.04%.