Durgapur
About Durgapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Durgapur village is 311509. Durgapur village is located in Tapan subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.2km away from sub-district headquarter Tapan. Balurghat is the district headquarter of Durgapur village. As per 2009 stats, Dwipkhanda is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.
The total geographical area of village is 208.07 hectares. Durgapur has a total population of 714 peoples, out of which male population is 351 while female population is 363. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1034 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of durgapur village is 67.09% out of which 68.66% males and 65.56% females are literate. There are about 161 houses in durgapur village. Pincode of durgapur village locality is 733127.
When it comes to administration, Durgapur village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Durgapur village comes under Tapan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balurghat Lok Sabha constituency. Gangarampur is nearest town to durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Durgapur
The population details of Durgapur cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 714 | 351 | 363 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 479 | 241 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 110 | 125 |
Connectivity of Durgapur
| 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 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is situated in Tapan Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Dwipkhanda (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 733127, 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 714, with 351 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 67.09%. The male literacy rate is 68.66%, while the female literacy rate is 65.56%.