Durgapur - Baska, Baksa
Durgapur is a village situated in the Baska subdivision of Baksa district, Assam.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 304469. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.72 hectares and falls under the 781372 pincode. Nalbari is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chapaguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 638 people, including 367 males and 271 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 738 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 85.98% and female literacy at 59.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 638 | 367 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 46 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 276 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 91 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur 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
Public transport in the Durgapur is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Nalbari to Durgapur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durgapur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Baska Subdivision, Baksa district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 781372.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 638, including 367 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 74.60%. Male literacy was 85.98% and female literacy was 59.50%.