Durgapur - Rampurhat - II, Birbhum
Durgapur is a village situated in the Rampurhat - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Bishnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 316487. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.61 hectares and falls under the 731244 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 1,928 people, including 991 males and 937 females, living in 432 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.15%, with male literacy at 70.42% and female literacy at 59.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 1,928 | 991 | 937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 166 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 581 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 410 | 473 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Durgapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Durgapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 5-10 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 2-5 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 Rampurhat - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Bishnupur.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 731244.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 1,928, including 991 males and 937 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 432 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 65.15%. Male literacy was 70.42% and female literacy was 59.56%.