Durgapur

Durgapur is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 86.4km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Maligaon is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.

Here you can discover what makes Durgapur unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Durgapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Durgapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 310555. The village spans a total geographical area of 200.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733121. Kaliyaganj is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Durgapur

According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur has a total population of about 1,185, with approximately 616 males and 569 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 957 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.25%, with male literacy at about 66.40% and female literacy near 53.60%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Durgapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,185 616 569
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 159 86 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 957 503 454
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 3 2
Literate Population 714 409 305
Illiterate Population 471 207 264

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 10+ 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 Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Maligaon (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 733121, 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 1,185, with 616 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 262 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 60.25%. The male literacy rate is 66.40%, while the female literacy rate is 53.60%.