Durgapur - Puraini, Madhepura
Durgapur is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 226142. The village covers a total geographical area of 513 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 5,802 people, including 3,062 males and 2,740 females, living in 1,101 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.94%, with male literacy at 64.42% and female literacy at 37.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 603, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 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 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,360 | 1,550 | 810 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,442 | 1,512 | 1,930 |
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
Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Durgapur is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Durgapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur?
Durgapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 852116.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 5,802, including 3,062 males and 2,740 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 1,101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 51.94%. Male literacy was 64.42% and female literacy was 37.89%.