Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.4km away from sub-district headquarter Gangarampur (tehsildar office) and 43.1km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Gangarampur 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 310644. The village spans a total geographical area of 89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733124. Gangarampur is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km 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 Gangarampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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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 | 2,100 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:
- The total population of Durgapur village is around 2,100, including approximately 1,125 males and 975 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 216 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgapur village has 1,307 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 211 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 64.52%, with male literacy at 71.47% and female literacy at 56.51%.
- There are around 476 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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Gangarampur Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Gangarampur (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 733124, 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 2,100, with 1,125 males and 975 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 476 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 64.52%. The male literacy rate is 71.47%, while the female literacy rate is 56.51%.