Durgapur - Sunni, Shimla
Durgapur is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Shimla. Neen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 024105. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.35 hectares and falls under the 171007 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
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 Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 168 people, including 61 males and 107 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,754 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.41%, with male literacy at 94.64% and female literacy at 91.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 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 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shimla to Durgapur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Neen.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 171007.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 168, including 61 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 92.41%. Male literacy was 94.64% and female literacy was 91.18%.