Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Jarapada tehsil of Anugul district in Odisha, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Jarapada (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Anugul . As per 2009 stats, Durgapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant Anugul region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 404299. The village spans a total geographical area of 883 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759127. Anugul is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
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Population of Durgapur
Below is a concise population overview of Durgapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,690 | 876 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 81 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 408 | 216 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 688 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 188 | 310 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:
- The total population of Durgapur village is around 1,690, including approximately 876 males and 814 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgapur village has 408 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 70.53%, with male literacy at 78.54% and female literacy at 61.92%.
- There are around 390 households in Durgapur village.
Connectivity of Durgapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Durgapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur
- Where is Durgapur located?
- Durgapur village is situated in Jarapada Tehsil, within the Anugul district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- Durgapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Durgapur?
- The pincode of Durgapur is 759127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgapur is 1,690, with 876 males and 814 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 390 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 70.53%. The male literacy rate is 78.54%, while the female literacy rate is 61.92%.