Durgaprasada - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Durgaprasada is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 63 km from Kanpur and around 112 km from Cuttack. Paikabarbati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgaprasada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgaprasada is 398657. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Durgaprasada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgaprasada
According to the 2011 Census, Durgaprasada village had a total population of 612 people, including 319 males and 293 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.10%, with male literacy at 95.27% and female literacy at 80.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167.
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 | 612 | 319 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 44 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 481 | 262 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 57 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Durgaprasada
Durgaprasada 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 Durgaprasada
Public transport in the Durgaprasada 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 Jagatsinghapur to Durgaprasada is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Durgaprasada is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgaprasada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgaprasada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durgaprasada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgaprasada 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 Durgaprasada
Where is Durgaprasada located?
Durgaprasada village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgaprasada?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgaprasada is Paikabarbati.
What is the pincode of Durgaprasada?
The pincode of Durgaprasada is 754032.
What is the population of Durgaprasada?
Durgaprasada had a total population of 612, including 319 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Durgaprasada?
Durgaprasada had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgaprasada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgaprasada was 88.10%. Male literacy was 95.27% and female literacy was 80.81%.