Durgapur - Krishangarh, Solan
Durgapur is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Badhalag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 021248. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.7 hectares and falls under the 173218 pincode. Solan 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 Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 70 males and 74 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 70 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 65 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 13 | 21 |
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 van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Durgapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Badhalag.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 173218.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 144, including 70 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 28 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 76.39%. Male literacy is 81.43% and female literacy is 71.62%.