Durgapur - Murbad, Thane
Durgapur is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Kalambhad(bho) serves as the Village Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 553248. The village falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
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 Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 875 people, including 425 males and 450 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.73%, with male literacy at 79.56% and female literacy at 50.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 875.
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 | 875 | 425 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 875 | 425 | 450 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 292 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 133 | 252 |
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 1-2 km of the Durgapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kalyan to Durgapur is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Durgapur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Durgapur?
The Village Panchayat of Durgapur is Kalambhad(bho).
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 421401.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 875, including 425 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 64.73%. Male literacy was 79.56% and female literacy was 50.77%.