Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jaspur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Rudrapur. As per 2009 stats, Durgapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Durgapur unique in its vibrant Jaspur-Udham Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Durgapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 055777. The village spans a total geographical area of 37.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 244712. Jaspur is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Durgapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Durgapur
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur has a total population of about 421, with approximately 229 males and 192 females. The sex ratio is around 838 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.42%, with male literacy at about 72.93% and female literacy near 52.08%. There are around 82 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Durgapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 229 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 27 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 267 | 167 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 62 | 92 |
Connectivity of Durgapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Durgapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur
- Where is Durgapur located?
- Durgapur village is situated in Jaspur Tehsil, within the Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- Durgapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Durgapur?
- The pincode of Durgapur is 244712, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgapur is 421, with 229 males and 192 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 63.42%. The male literacy rate is 72.93%, while the female literacy rate is 52.08%.