Durgapur - Salipur, Cuttack
Durgapur is a village situated in the Salipur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Salepur and around 25 km from Cuttack. Rameswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 399667. The village covers a total geographical area of 62 hectares and falls under the 754201 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Salipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 721 people, consisting of 357 males and 364 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 608 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 176 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | 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 | - |
| Literate Population | 608 | 316 | 292 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 41 | 72 |
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 >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 Cuttack to Durgapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Durgapur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Salipur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Rameswar.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 754201.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 721, including 357 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 178 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 84.33%. Male literacy is 88.52% and female literacy is 80.22%.