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.
Durpa has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Durpa 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durpa village:
- The total population of Durpa village is around 2,033, including approximately 1,006 males and 1,027 females, with a sex ratio of 1020 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 341 children aged 0–6 years in Durpa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durpa village has 500 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Durpa village is about 57.75%, with male literacy at 71.97% and female literacy at 43.82%.
- There are around 379 households in Durpa village.
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%.