Durpa
Durpa is a village located in Nawagarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Nawagarh (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Durpa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Durpa unique in its vibrant Nawagarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Durpa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Durpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durpa is 436775. The village spans a total geographical area of 580.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494635. Shivrinarayan is nearest town to Durpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Durpa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pamgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Durpa
Population of Durpa
According to the 2011 Census, Durpa has a total population of about 2,033, with approximately 1,006 males and 1,027 females. The sex ratio is around 1020 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 341 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 500 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.75%, with male literacy at about 71.97% and female literacy near 43.82%. There are around 379 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Durpa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,033 | 1,006 | 1,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 151 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 251 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,174 | 724 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 859 | 282 | 577 |
Connectivity of Durpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durpa. As per the 2011 stats, Durpa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Durpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durpa
- Where is Durpa located?
- Durpa village is situated in Nawagarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durpa?
- Durpa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Durpa?
- The pincode of Durpa is 494635, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Durpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durpa is 2,033, with 1,006 males and 1,027 females.
- How many households are there in Durpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durpa village has a total of 379 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durpa is 57.75%. The male literacy rate is 71.97%, while the female literacy rate is 43.82%.