Durgapur - Pakuria, Pakur
Durgapur is a village situated in the Pakuria subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakuria and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Pakaur. Khajurdangal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 360839. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 816117 pincode.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 781 people, including 400 males and 381 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.83%, with male literacy at 68.73% and female literacy at 31.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 712.
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 | 781 | 400 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 712 | 365 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 233 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 167 | 279 |
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 >10 km of the Durgapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakaur to Durgapur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Pakuria Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Khajurdangal.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 816117.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 781, including 400 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 50.83%. Male literacy was 68.73% and female literacy was 31.88%.