Durgapur - Chail, Kaushambi
Durgapur is a village situated in the Chail tehsil of Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chail and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kaushambi. Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 160664. The village covers a total geographical area of 287.97 hectares and falls under the 212203 pincode.
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 Chail Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 2,611 people, including 1,407 males and 1,204 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.95%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 60.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 313.
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 | 2,611 | 1,407 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 244 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 167 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,639 | 1,038 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 369 | 603 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamal Patti Manik | North | 1.09 km |
| Bhawapur | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Mirapur Gandhoi | West | 1.15 km |
| Jamal Patti | North | 1.45 km |
| Audhan | East | 1.46 km |
| Saiwtha | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Nauriha Tarhar | South | 2.60 km |
| Amwa | North | 2.69 km |
| Jalalpur | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Tilhapur | South-West | 2.80 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 Manauri, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.6 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 Kaushambi 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Chail Tehsil, Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, 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 212203.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 2,611, including 1,407 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 75.95%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 60.40%.