Durganagar - Dinhata - II, Cooch Behar
Durganagar is a village situated in the Dinhata - II subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from Sahebganj and around 40.5 km from Cooch Behar. Bamanhat-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durganagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durganagar is 308683. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.3 hectares and falls under the 736168 pincode. Dinhata is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Durganagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dinhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durganagar
According to the 2011 Census, Durganagar village had a total population of 2,191 people, including 1,139 males and 1,052 females, living in 586 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.54%, with male literacy at 73.54% and female literacy at 65.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,095.
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 | 2,191 | 1,139 | 1,052 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 126 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,095 | 559 | 536 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,363 | 745 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 828 | 394 | 434 |
Nearby Villages of Durganagar
Durganagar 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 Durganagar
Durganagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Durganagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dinhata to Durganagar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Durganagar is about 40.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durganagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durganagar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durganagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durganagar 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 Durganagar
Where is Durganagar located?
Durganagar village is located in Dinhata - II Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durganagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Durganagar is Bamanhat-i.
What is the pincode of Durganagar?
The pincode of Durganagar is 736168.
What is the population of Durganagar?
Durganagar had a total population of 2,191, including 1,139 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Durganagar?
Durganagar had 586 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durganagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durganagar was 69.54%. Male literacy was 73.54% and female literacy was 65.26%.