Dura

Dura is a village located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Naugaon Talla is the gram panchayat of Dura village.

Here you can discover what makes Dura unique in its vibrant Lansdowne-Garhwal region. You’ll see Dura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Dura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dura is 047350. The village spans a total geographical area of 19.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246155. Lansdowne is nearest town to Dura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dura 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 Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Dura

According to the 2011 Census, Dura has a total population of about 8, with approximately 4 males and 4 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Information on children aged 0 to 6 years is not available. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 87.50%, with male literacy at about 100.00% and female literacy near 75.00%. There are around 3 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 8 4 4
Child Population (0–6 yrs) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 7 4 3
Illiterate Population 1 N/A 1

Connectivity of Dura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dura. As per the 2011 stats, Dura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Dura

Knowing the nearby villages of Dura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dura.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dura

Where is Dura located?

Dura village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Dura?

The Gram Panchayat of Dura is Naugaon Talla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Dura?

The pincode of Dura is 246155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Dura as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dura is 8, with 4 males and 4 females.

How many households are there in Dura as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Dura village has a total of 3 households.

What is the literacy rate in Dura as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dura is 87.50%. The male literacy rate is 100.00%, while the female literacy rate is 75.00%.