Durgapur - Teliamura, Khowai
Durgapur is a village situated in the Teliamura subdivision of Khowai district, Tripura. It is located approximately 4 km from Kalyanpur and around 45 km from Agartala. Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 271942. The village covers a total geographical area of 1310 hectares and falls under the 799203 pincode. Teliamura is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Kalyanpur-pramodenagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 4,556 people, consisting of 2,361 males and 2,195 females. The village has 1,107 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 577 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,597 literate and 959 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,409 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,030 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,556 | 2,361 | 2,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 296 | 281 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,409 | 751 | 658 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,030 | 548 | 482 |
| Literate Population | 3,597 | 1,915 | 1,682 |
| Illiterate Population | 959 | 446 | 513 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Ghilatali | South | 3.24 km |
| Chebri | North | 5.64 km |
| Paschim Rajnagar | North | 7.16 km |
| Purba Kalyanpur | South-West | 7.23 km |
| Madhya Kalyanpur | South-West | 7.45 km |
| Badlabari | North-East | 7.81 km |
| Sonatala | North | 8.78 km |
| Purba Rajnagar | North-East | 9.28 km |
| Dakshin Ramchandraghat | West | 9.58 km |
| Paglabari | West | 9.94 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 Mungiakami, while the nearest airport is Khowai Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Teliamura to Durgapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Durgapur is about 45 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Teliamura Subdivision, Khowai district, Tripura, 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 799203.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 4,556, including 2,361 males and 2,195 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 1,107 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 78.95%. Male literacy is 81.11% and female literacy is 76.63%.