Durgapur

Durgapur is a village located in Diglipur tehsil of North & Middle Andaman district in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Diglipur (tehsildar office) and 92km away from district headquarter Mayabunder. As per 2009 stats, Shibpur is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.

Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant North & Middle Andaman 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 Durgapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 645228. The village spans a total geographical area of 415.35 hectares. Port Blair is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 312km away.

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Population of Durgapur

Below is a concise population overview of Durgapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,320 671 649
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 201 108 93
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 879 466 413
Illiterate Population 441 205 236

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:

  • The total population of Durgapur village is around 1,320, including approximately 671 males and 649 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 201 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 66.59%, with male literacy at 69.45% and female literacy at 63.64%.
  • There are around 307 households in Durgapur village.

Connectivity of Durgapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Durgapur 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Durgapur

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

Diglipur Ramakrishnagram Vidyasagarpalli Keralapuram Aerial Bay Shibpur Kalipur Khudirampur Nabagram Paranghara Kishori Nagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur

Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is situated in Diglipur Tehsil, within the North & Middle Andaman district of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Shibpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgapur is 1,320, with 671 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 66.59%. The male literacy rate is 69.45%, while the female literacy rate is 63.64%.