Durgaramchak - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Durgaramchak is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 32.5 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Uday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgaramchak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgaramchak is 310749. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.75 hectares and falls under the 733140 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Durgaramchak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgaramchak
As per Census 2011, Durgaramchak village has a total population of 657 people, consisting of 352 males and 305 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgaramchak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 657 | 352 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 116 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 262 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 90 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Durgaramchak
Durgaramchak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narasundarpara | South | 0.68 km |
| Atash | West | 1.29 km |
| Tetrail | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Biranai | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Pulinda | South-East | 1.45 km |
| Mastafapur | North | 1.52 km |
| Mahendri | East | 1.63 km |
| Nazirpur | South | 1.84 km |
| Phulbari | South | 1.85 km |
| Narai | West | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgaramchak
Durgaramchak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malancha, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Durgaramchak is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Durgaramchak is about 32.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgaramchak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgaramchak 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durgaramchak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgaramchak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durgaramchak
Where is Durgaramchak located?
Durgaramchak village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgaramchak?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgaramchak is Uday.
What is the pincode of Durgaramchak?
The pincode of Durgaramchak is 733140.
What is the population of Durgaramchak?
Durgaramchak has a total population of 657, including 352 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Durgaramchak?
There are 152 households in Durgaramchak.
What is the literacy rate in Durgaramchak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgaramchak is 70.78%. Male literacy is 74.43% and female literacy is 66.56%.