Durgapur - Dharamjaigarh, Raigarh
Durgapur is a village situated in the Dharamjaigarh tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 84 km from Raigarh. Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 434456. The village covers a total geographical area of 597.2 hectares and falls under the 496116 pincode. Dharamjaigarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 861 people, consisting of 424 males and 437 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 358 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 599 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 861 | 424 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 71 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 283 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 305 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 119 | 239 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharamjaigarh to Durgapur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Durgapur is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Dharamjaigarh Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, 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 496116.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 861, including 424 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 193 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 58.42%. Male literacy is 71.93% and female literacy is 45.31%.