Durgaipur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Durgaipur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkarnagar. Durgipur Faijullahpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgaipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgaipur is 167463. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.29 hectares and falls under the 224129 pincode. Kichhauchha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Durgaipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgaipur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgaipur village had a total population of 221 people, including 112 males and 109 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.59%, with male literacy at 88.46% and female literacy at 74.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 112 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 20 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Durgaipur
Durgaipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katyapahalwan | West | 0.59 km |
| Faizullahpur | East | 0.68 km |
| Bukiya | North-East | 1.26 km |
| Ramdih Saray | South | 1.53 km |
| Bhindur | West | 2.10 km |
| Padariya Fauladpur | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Maraucha | East | 2.14 km |
| Tendua | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Katargarh | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Sultanpur Kaberpur | North | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgaipur
Durgaipur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Malipur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 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 Kichhauchha to Durgaipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkarnagar to Durgaipur is about 32 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 Durgaipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgaipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durgaipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgaipur 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 Durgaipur
Where is Durgaipur located?
Durgaipur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgaipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgaipur is Durgipur Faijullahpur.
What is the pincode of Durgaipur?
The pincode of Durgaipur is 224129.
What is the population of Durgaipur?
Durgaipur had a total population of 221, including 112 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Durgaipur?
Durgaipur had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgaipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgaipur was 81.59%. Male literacy was 88.46% and female literacy was 74.23%.