Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Puraini (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Madhepura. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant Madhepura 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 226142. The village spans a total geographical area of 513 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852116. Murliganj is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
Google Map of Durgapur
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,802 | 3,062 | 2,740 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,258 | 656 | 602 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 603 | 315 | 288 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,360 | 1,550 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,442 | 1,512 | 1,930 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:
- The total population of Durgapur village is around 5,802, including approximately 3,062 males and 2,740 females, with a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,258 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgapur village has 603 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 40.68%, with male literacy at 50.62% and female literacy at 29.56%.
- There are around 1,101 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur
- Where is Durgapur located?
- Durgapur village is situated in Puraini Subdivision, within the Madhepura district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- Durgapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Durgapur?
- The pincode of Durgapur is 852116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgapur is 5,802, with 3,062 males and 2,740 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 1,101 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 40.68%. The male literacy rate is 50.62%, while the female literacy rate is 29.56%.