Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kaptipada (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Baripada. As per 2009 stats, Badkhaladi is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.
Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant Mayurbhanj region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 391167. The village spans a total geographical area of 62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 757040. Udala is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Durgapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Durgapur
Below is a concise population overview of Durgapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 126 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 89 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 37 | 41 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:
- The total population of Durgapur village is around 241, including approximately 126 males and 115 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgapur village has 42 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 67.63%, with male literacy at 70.63% and female literacy at 64.35%.
- There are around 60 households in Durgapur village.
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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 Kaptipada Tehsil, within the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Badkhaladi (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 757040, 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 241, with 126 males and 115 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 67.63%. The male literacy rate is 70.63%, while the female literacy rate is 64.35%.