Durbil - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Durbil is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Durbil village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durbil is 040347. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.82 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Durbil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durbil
As per Census 2011, Durbil village has a total population of 372 people, consisting of 187 males and 185 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durbil are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 187 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 72 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 122 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 65 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Durbil
Durbil is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Durbil
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Durbil.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Durbil is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Durbil is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durbil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durbil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Durbil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durbil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durbil
Where is Durbil located?
Durbil village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durbil?
Durbil is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durbil?
The pincode of Durbil is 249141.
What is the population of Durbil?
Durbil has a total population of 372, including 187 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Durbil?
There are 93 households in Durbil.
What is the literacy rate in Durbil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durbil is 52.69%. Male literacy is 65.24% and female literacy is 40.00%.