Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Salepur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Salepur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Rameswar is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Durgapur unique in its vibrant Salepur-Cuttack region. You’ll see Durgapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 399667. The village spans a total geographical area of 62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754201. Cuttack is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Durgapur
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur has a total population of about 721, with approximately 357 males and 364 females. The sex ratio is around 1019 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 52 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.33%, with male literacy at about 88.52% and female literacy near 80.22%. There are around 178 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Durgapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 357 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 89 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 608 | 316 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 41 | 72 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Salepur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Rameswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Durgapur?
- The pincode of Durgapur is 754201, 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 721, with 357 males and 364 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 178 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 84.33%. The male literacy rate is 88.52%, while the female literacy rate is 80.22%.