Durgapalpur Parma - Lalkuan, Nainital
Durgapalpur Parma is a village situated in the Lalkuan tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalkuan and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Durgapal Pur Puram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapalpur Parma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapalpur Parma is 055594. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.3 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Lalkuan is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Durgapalpur Parma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapalpur Parma
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapalpur Parma village had a total population of 950 people, including 482 males and 468 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.17%, with male literacy at 96.59% and female literacy at 81.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 254, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 950 | 482 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 71 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 122 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 397 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 85 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapalpur Parma
Durgapalpur Parma 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 Durgapalpur Parma
Durgapalpur Parma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Durgapalpur Parma.
| 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 Lalkuan to Durgapalpur Parma is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Durgapalpur Parma is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapalpur Parma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapalpur Parma 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 Durgapalpur Parma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgapalpur Parma 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 Durgapalpur Parma
Where is Durgapalpur Parma located?
Durgapalpur Parma village is located in Lalkuan Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapalpur Parma?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapalpur Parma is Durgapal Pur Puram.
What is the pincode of Durgapalpur Parma?
The pincode of Durgapalpur Parma is 263139.
What is the population of Durgapalpur Parma?
Durgapalpur Parma had a total population of 950, including 482 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Durgapalpur Parma?
Durgapalpur Parma had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapalpur Parma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapalpur Parma was 89.17%. Male literacy was 96.59% and female literacy was 81.75%.