Durpal - Bhograi, Balasore
Durpal is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Kamarda and around 87 km from Baleshwar. Durpal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durpal is 391873. The village covers a total geographical area of 241 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Durpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durpal
As per Census 2011, Durpal village has a total population of 1,940 people, consisting of 993 males and 947 females. The village has 457 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 223 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,601 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durpal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,940 | 993 | 947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 223 | 120 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,601 | 852 | 749 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 141 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Durpal
Durpal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Atakalia | North-West | 0.89 km |
| Kiarda | East | 1.17 km |
| Baharda | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Rautmandaruni | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Chaksalim | North | 1.76 km |
| Kasabakamarda | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Badamandaruni | West | 2.31 km |
| Paschimanalia | East | 2.38 km |
| Kanhupur | North | 2.40 km |
| Jaladha | South-West | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durpal
Durpal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jaleswar, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Durpal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Durpal is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durpal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durpal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durpal
Where is Durpal located?
Durpal village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durpal?
Durpal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durpal?
The pincode of Durpal is 756035.
What is the population of Durpal?
Durpal has a total population of 1,940, including 993 males and 947 females.
How many households are there in Durpal?
There are 457 households in Durpal.
What is the literacy rate in Durpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durpal is 82.53%. Male literacy is 85.80% and female literacy is 79.09%.