Durupur - Tarari, Bhojpur
Durupur is a village situated in the Tarari subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarari and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Karath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durupur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durupur is 247654. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 802205 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Durupur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Durupur
According to the 2011 Census, Durupur village had a total population of 943 people, including 451 males and 492 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.71%, with male literacy at 86.47% and female literacy at 46.95%.
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 | 943 | 451 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 74 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 326 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 125 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Durupur
Durupur 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 Durupur
Durupur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Durupur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Durupur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Durupur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durupur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durupur 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 Durupur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durupur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durupur
Where is Durupur located?
Durupur village is located in Tarari Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durupur is Karath.
What is the pincode of Durupur?
The pincode of Durupur is 802205.
What is the population of Durupur?
Durupur had a total population of 943, including 451 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Durupur?
Durupur had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durupur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durupur was 66.71%. Male literacy was 86.47% and female literacy was 46.95%.