Dakshin Durgapur
Dakshin Durgapur is a village located in Shyampur I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.2km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 64.1km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Radhapur is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshin Durgapur unique in its vibrant Shyampur I-Haora region. You’ll see Dakshin 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 Dakshin Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Durgapur is 333131. The village spans a total geographical area of 259.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 711301. Uluberia is nearest town to Dakshin Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dakshin 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 Shyampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dakshin Durgapur
Population of Dakshin Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Durgapur has a total population of about 4,457, with approximately 2,282 males and 2,175 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 502 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.01%, with male literacy at about 74.67% and female literacy near 67.17%. There are around 1,125 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshin Durgapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,457 | 2,282 | 2,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 502 | 259 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,165 | 1,704 | 1,461 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,292 | 578 | 714 |
Connectivity of Dakshin Durgapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin 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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Durgapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Durgapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Durgapur
- Where is Dakshin Durgapur located?
- Dakshin Durgapur village is situated in Shyampur I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur is Radhapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Durgapur?
- The pincode of Dakshin Durgapur is 711301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Durgapur is 4,457, with 2,282 males and 2,175 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Durgapur village has a total of 1,125 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Durgapur is 71.01%. The male literacy rate is 74.67%, while the female literacy rate is 67.17%.