Durllabhpur - Balagarh, Hooghly
Durllabhpur is a village situated in the Balagarh subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.7 km from Patuligram and around 28.8 km from Chinsura. Jirat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durllabhpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durllabhpur is 325033. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.28 hectares and falls under the 712501 pincode. Chinsurah is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Durllabhpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Durllabhpur
According to the 2011 Census, Durllabhpur village had a total population of 336 people, including 184 males and 152 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.12%, with male literacy at 92.41% and female literacy at 74.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 336 | 184 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 178 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 146 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 38 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Durllabhpur
Durllabhpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raninagar | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Suksagar | South-West | 1.10 km |
| Rajballabhpur | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Raninagar | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Bhabanipur Char | North | 2.35 km |
| Charjirat | South | 2.81 km |
| Kaliagar | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Paranpur | West | 3.03 km |
| Arazi Bhabanipur | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Gour Nagar | North-East | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durllabhpur
Public transport in the Durllabhpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jirat, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chinsurah to Durllabhpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Durllabhpur is about 28.8 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 Durllabhpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durllabhpur 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 Durllabhpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durllabhpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Durllabhpur
Where is Durllabhpur located?
Durllabhpur village is located in Balagarh Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durllabhpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durllabhpur is Jirat.
What is the pincode of Durllabhpur?
The pincode of Durllabhpur is 712501.
What is the population of Durllabhpur?
Durllabhpur had a total population of 336, including 184 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Durllabhpur?
Durllabhpur had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durllabhpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durllabhpur was 84.12%. Male literacy was 92.41% and female literacy was 74.64%.