Durgapur

Durgapur is a village located in Seoni tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Seoni. Seoni is the sub-district headquarter of Durgapur village. As per 2009 stats, Neen is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.

Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Durgapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 024105. The village spans a total geographical area of 21.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171103. Shimla is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Durgapur 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 Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Durgapur

Below is a concise population overview of Durgapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 168 61 107
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 10 5 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 41 20 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 146 53 93
Illiterate Population 22 8 14

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:

  • The total population of Durgapur village is around 168, including approximately 61 males and 107 females, with a sex ratio of 1754 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 10 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durgapur village has 41 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 86.90%, with male literacy at 86.89% and female literacy at 86.92%.
  • There are around 27 households in Durgapur village.

Connectivity of Durgapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Durgapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Durgapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgapur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur

Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is situated in Seoni Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Neen (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 171103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgapur is 168, with 61 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 86.90%. The male literacy rate is 86.89%, while the female literacy rate is 86.92%.