Durjanpur - Bairia, Ballia
Durjanpur is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Durjanpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durjanpur is 199935. The village covers a total geographical area of 256.8 hectares and falls under the 277208 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Durjanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durjanpur
As per Census 2011, Durjanpur village has a total population of 4,198 people, consisting of 2,156 males and 2,042 females. The village has 641 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 625 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,593 literate and 1,605 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durjanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,198 | 2,156 | 2,042 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 336 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 96 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 166 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 2,593 | 1,509 | 1,084 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,605 | 647 | 958 |
Nearby Villages of Durjanpur
Durjanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gangapur | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Shrikant Pur | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Man Garah | North | 1.94 km |
| Gobindauli | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Hanuman Garh | North-West | 2.21 km |
| Hewantpur | East | 2.44 km |
| Karmanpur | South | 2.79 km |
| Araji Mafi Jharkataha West | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Sabalpur | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Araji Mafi Moon Chhupra Ii | South-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durjanpur
Durjanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dal Chapra, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Durjanpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Durjanpur is about 40 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 Durjanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durjanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durjanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durjanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durjanpur
Where is Durjanpur located?
Durjanpur village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durjanpur?
Durjanpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durjanpur?
The pincode of Durjanpur is 277208.
What is the population of Durjanpur?
Durjanpur has a total population of 4,198, including 2,156 males and 2,042 females.
How many households are there in Durjanpur?
There are 641 households in Durjanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Durjanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durjanpur is 61.77%. Male literacy is 69.99% and female literacy is 53.09%.