Durgapur - Banki, Cuttack
Durgapur is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 398936. The village covers a total geographical area of 381 hectares and falls under the 754008 pincode. Banki is the nearest town, located about 4 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 Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 1,917 people, consisting of 1,002 males and 915 females. The village has 442 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,284 literate and 633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 624 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 363 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,917 | 1,002 | 915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 138 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 624 | 344 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 183 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 727 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 633 | 275 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramachandarapur | North-West | 0.74 km |
| Singhabil | West | 1.44 km |
| Ragadipatna | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Ambajit | West | 2.46 km |
| Gopalapur | East | 2.61 km |
| Bhedadal | West | 2.73 km |
| Brahmapura | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Tarapur | South-East | 3.39 km |
| Similia | West | 3.44 km |
| Patugadadharpur | North | 3.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur
Public transport in the Durgapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarpeswar Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| 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 Banki to Durgapur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Durgapur is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
Durgapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 754008.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 1,917, including 1,002 males and 915 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 442 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 66.98%. Male literacy is 72.55% and female literacy is 60.87%.