Durogi - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Durogi is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 29 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Durogi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durogi is 043083. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.48 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Durogi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durogi
As per Census 2011, Durogi village has a total population of 458 people, consisting of 206 males and 252 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,223 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durogi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 206 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 135 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 71 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Durogi
Durogi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dobra | South-West | 0.79 km |
| Siraun | North-West | 0.82 km |
| Takrari Chham | East | 0.87 km |
| Bhutiyana | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Talya Gaon | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Kyarsaur | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Bag Sari | West | 2.26 km |
| Gudan Gaon | West | 2.40 km |
| Paunsanda | East | 2.52 km |
| Mayan Gaon | West | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durogi
Durogi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 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 Devprayag to Durogi is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Durogi is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durogi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durogi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durogi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durogi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Durogi
Where is Durogi located?
Durogi village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durogi?
Durogi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durogi?
The pincode of Durogi is 249122.
What is the population of Durogi?
Durogi has a total population of 458, including 206 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Durogi?
There are 115 households in Durogi.
What is the literacy rate in Durogi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durogi is 53.28%. Male literacy is 65.53% and female literacy is 43.25%.