Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 21.3km away from Balurghat, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Durgapur village. As per 2009 stats, Chingishpur is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.
Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 311366. The village spans a total geographical area of 363.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733145. Balurghat is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Durgapur village comes under Balurghat assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Durgapur
Population of Durgapur
Below is a concise population overview of Durgapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,814 | 1,408 | 1,406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 130 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,041 | 520 | 521 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 767 | 389 | 378 |
| Literate Population | 1,932 | 1,050 | 882 |
| Illiterate Population | 882 | 358 | 524 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:
- The total population of Durgapur village is around 2,814, including approximately 1,408 males and 1,406 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 277 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgapur village has 1,041 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 767 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 68.66%, with male literacy at 74.57% and female literacy at 62.73%.
- There are around 703 households in Durgapur village.
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| 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 Balurghat Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Chingishpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Durgapur?
- The pincode of Durgapur is 733145, 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 2,814, with 1,408 males and 1,406 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 703 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 68.66%. The male literacy rate is 74.57%, while the female literacy rate is 62.73%.