Durgapur - Soraon, Prayagraj
Durgapur is a village situated in the Soraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from Soraon and around 28 km from Allahabad. Sangipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 160953. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.12 hectares and falls under the 212503 pincode. Soraon is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Soraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Phulpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 568 people, including 292 males and 276 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.31%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 67.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 568 | 292 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 391 | 230 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 62 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur
Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Soraon to Durgapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Durgapur is about 28 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Soraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Sangipur.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 212503.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 568, including 292 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 79.31%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 67.08%.