Durkhuroo - Garautha, Jhansi
Durkhuroo is a village situated in the Garautha tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garautha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Durkhuroo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durkhuroo is 152353. The village covers a total geographical area of 1542.75 hectares and falls under the 284203 pincode. Garaotha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Durkhuroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durkhuroo
As per Census 2011, Durkhuroo village has a total population of 2,497 people, consisting of 1,345 males and 1,152 females. The village has 406 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,337 literate and 1,160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,434 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durkhuroo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,497 | 1,345 | 1,152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,434 | 776 | 658 |
| Literate Population | 1,337 | 905 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,160 | 440 | 720 |
Nearby Villages of Durkhuroo
Durkhuroo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Eskil Khurd | North | 2.22 km |
| Raipura | South | 2.94 km |
| Garautha Khas | West | 3.53 km |
| Garautha Khurd | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Birpura | West | 4.08 km |
| Raghauli | North-West | 4.19 km |
| Kairokhar | North-West | 4.35 km |
| Dumarai | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Durchau | North | 4.93 km |
| Shila | West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durkhuroo
Durkhuroo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harpalpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 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 Garaotha to Durkhuroo is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Durkhuroo is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durkhuroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durkhuroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durkhuroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durkhuroo 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 Durkhuroo
Where is Durkhuroo located?
Durkhuroo village is located in Garautha Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durkhuroo?
Durkhuroo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durkhuroo?
The pincode of Durkhuroo is 284203.
What is the population of Durkhuroo?
Durkhuroo has a total population of 2,497, including 1,345 males and 1,152 females.
How many households are there in Durkhuroo?
There are 406 households in Durkhuroo.
What is the literacy rate in Durkhuroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durkhuroo is 53.54%. Male literacy is 67.29% and female literacy is 37.50%.