Durgapur - Bande, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Durgapur is a village situated in the Bande tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 36 km from Pakhanjur and around 153 km from Kanker. Uliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 448399. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.8 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 36 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 680 people, including 345 males and 335 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.46%, with male literacy at 91.79% and female literacy at 72.89%.
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 | 680 | 345 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 257 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 88 | 136 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pakhanjur to Durgapur is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Durgapur is about 153 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 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 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Bande Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Uliya.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 494776.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 680, including 345 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 82.46%. Male literacy was 91.79% and female literacy was 72.89%.