Durgapur - Harabhanga, Boudh
Durgapur is a village situated in the Harabhanga tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Harbhanga and around 45 km from Baudh. Dhalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 418714. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 762013 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Boudh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 155 people, including 84 males and 71 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.97%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 80.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 155 | 84 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 72 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 12 | 22 |
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
Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baudhgarh to Durgapur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Durgapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 >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 >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 Harabhanga Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Dhalpur.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 762013.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 155, including 84 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 88.97%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 80.33%.