Durgapur (P) - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Durgapur (P) is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 43.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Gangarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur (P) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur (P) is 310644. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 733142 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Durgapur (P) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur (P)
As per Census 2011, Durgapur (P) village has a total population of 2,100 people, consisting of 1,125 males and 975 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,355 literate and 745 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur (P) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,100 | 1,125 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 126 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,307 | 709 | 598 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 114 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 1,355 | 804 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 321 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur (P)
Durgapur (P) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishnupur | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Kamarpukuria | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Belbari (p) | West | 1.52 km |
| Amgaon | East | 1.64 km |
| Puranpara (p) | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Saidpur | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Gangarampur | East | 2.68 km |
| Bazrapukur | South | 2.81 km |
| Akha Nagar | East | 2.92 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-East | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur (P)
Durgapur (P) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gangarampur to Durgapur (P) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Durgapur (P) is about 43.1 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 Durgapur (P)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapur (P) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durgapur (P)
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 (P) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur (P)
Where is Durgapur (P) located?
Durgapur (P) village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur (P)?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur (P) is Gangarampur.
What is the pincode of Durgapur (P)?
The pincode of Durgapur (P) is 733142.
What is the population of Durgapur (P)?
Durgapur (P) has a total population of 2,100, including 1,125 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur (P)?
There are 476 households in Durgapur (P).
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur (P)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur (P) is 64.52%. Male literacy is 71.47% and female literacy is 56.51%.