Durgapur (Rv) - Diglipur, North And Middle Andaman
Durgapur (Rv) is a village situated in the Diglipur taluka of North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands. It is located approximately 12 km from Diglipur and around 92 km from Mayabunder. Shibpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur (Rv) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur (Rv) is 645228. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.35 hectares and falls under the 744202 pincode. Port Blair is the nearest town, located about 312 km away.
Durgapur (Rv) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapur (Rv)
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur (Rv) village had a total population of 1,320 people, including 671 males and 649 females, living in 307 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.55%, with male literacy at 82.77% and female literacy at 74.28%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 671 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 108 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 879 | 466 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 205 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur (Rv)
Durgapur (Rv) 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 Durgapur (Rv)
Durgapur (Rv) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Port Blair to Durgapur (Rv) is about 312 km, with a usual travel time of around ~8.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mayabunder to Durgapur (Rv) is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapur (Rv)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapur (Rv) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durgapur (Rv)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgapur (Rv) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur (Rv)
Where is Durgapur (Rv) located?
Durgapur (Rv) village is located in Diglipur Taluka, North And Middle Andaman district, Andaman And Nicobar Islands, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur (Rv)?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur (Rv) is Shibpur.
What is the pincode of Durgapur (Rv)?
The pincode of Durgapur (Rv) is 744202.
What is the population of Durgapur (Rv)?
Durgapur (Rv) had a total population of 1,320, including 671 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur (Rv)?
Durgapur (Rv) had 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur (Rv)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur (Rv) was 78.55%. Male literacy was 82.77% and female literacy was 74.28%.