Durgapur - Bolagad, Khordha
Durgapur is a village situated in the Bolagad tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bolagad and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 407071. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 752066 pincode. Khordha is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Begunia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 274 people, consisting of 139 males and 135 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 111 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 28 | 46 |
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 Khordha to Durgapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Durgapur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Bolagad Tehsil, Khordha 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 752066.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 274, including 139 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 65 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 72.99%. Male literacy is 79.86% and female literacy is 65.93%.