Durgapur

Durgapur is a village located in Kochadhamin subdivision of Kishanganj district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kochadhamin (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Kishanganj. As per 2009 stats, Barizan Pothimari Zagir is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.

Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant Kishanganj 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 222864. The village spans a total geographical area of 85.87 hectares. Kishanganj is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km 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 789 410 379
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 142 77 65
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 96 50 46
Literate Population 351 202 149
Illiterate Population 438 208 230

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

  • The total population of Durgapur village is around 789, including approximately 410 males and 379 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 142 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durgapur village has 96 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 44.49%, with male literacy at 49.27% and female literacy at 39.31%.
  • There are around 164 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
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.

Santha Nihalbhag Kairbirpur Dongidighi Barijan Durgapur Sarai Barijan Pothimari Jagir Tegharia Mahiarpur Rangamani Kanhaiabari

Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur

Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is situated in Kochadhamin Subdivision, within the Kishanganj district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Barizan Pothimari Zagir (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 789, with 410 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 44.49%. The male literacy rate is 49.27%, while the female literacy rate is 39.31%.