Durgapur - Nimapada, Puri
Durgapur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sainsasasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 408954. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 17 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 Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 783 people, consisting of 402 males and 381 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 618 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 783 | 402 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 343 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 59 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Torihanbandha | East | 1.10 km |
| Taraboisasan | South | 1.23 km |
| Resinga | South-East | 1.38 km |
| Bhagabatipur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Kuanarpur | North | 2.03 km |
| Alanda | East | 2.31 km |
| Sainsasasan | West | 2.37 km |
| Nijogakasati | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Beraboi | South | 2.69 km |
| Kusikana | North-East | 2.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur
Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Durgapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Durgapur is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Sainsasasan.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 752114.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 783, including 402 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 191 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 78.93%. Male literacy is 85.32% and female literacy is 72.18%.