Durgapur - Kundhit, Jamtara
Durgapur is a village situated in the Kundhit subdivision of Jamtara district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundhit and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jamtara. Bankathi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 373217. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.88 hectares and falls under the 815359 pincode.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 352 people, consisting of 171 males and 181 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 336 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 171 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 165 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 113 | 129 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Durgapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Jamtara to Durgapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Kundhit Subdivision, Jamtara district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Bankathi.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 815359.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 352, including 171 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 82 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 31.25%. Male literacy is 33.92% and female literacy is 28.73%.