Durgapur - Lakhimpur, Kheri
Durgapur is a village situated in the Lakhimpur tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhimpur and around 1 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Safipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 136391. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.36 hectares and falls under the 261506 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town, located about 157 km away.
Durgapur 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 Sri Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 436 people, including 225 males and 211 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.78%, with male literacy at 31.84% and female literacy at 12.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 436 | 225 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 57 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 168 | 191 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gyanpur | South | 1.09 km |
| Safipur | East | 1.57 km |
| Khetoosa | North-West | 1.69 km |
| Belwapur | North | 1.98 km |
| Banni | North | 2.03 km |
| Singarpur | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Sikandarpur | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Odrahana | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Padria Kalan | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Mathna | South-West | 3.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur
Durgapur 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 Lakhimpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheri to Durgapur is about 157 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Durgapur is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Lakhimpur Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Safipur.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 261506.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 436, including 225 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 22.78%. Male literacy was 31.84% and female literacy was 12.58%.