Purbba Durgapur - Jangipara, Hooghly
Purbba Durgapur is a village situated in the Jangipara subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.6 km from Jangipara and around 40.4 km from Chinsura. Furfura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Durgapur is 325774. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.3 hectares and falls under the 712706 pincode. Srirampur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Purbba Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Purbba Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Durgapur village had a total population of 2,537 people, including 1,269 males and 1,268 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.82%, with male literacy at 78.24% and female literacy at 71.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 520.
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 | 2,537 | 1,269 | 1,268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 134 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 520 | 271 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,676 | 888 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 381 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Durgapur
Purbba Durgapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramnagar | South-West | 1.00 km |
| Gopalnagar | East | 1.14 km |
| Hazipur | North | 1.17 km |
| Ramchandrapur | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Bhimpur | North-West | 1.37 km |
| Furfura | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Belpara | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Chaurpur | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Sandhipur | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Chak Barada | South-West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Durgapur
Purbba Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maliya, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srirampur to Purbba Durgapur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Purbba Durgapur is about 40.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Durgapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Durgapur 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 Purbba Durgapur
Where is Purbba Durgapur located?
Purbba Durgapur village is located in Jangipara Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purbba Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Durgapur is Furfura.
What is the pincode of Purbba Durgapur?
The pincode of Purbba Durgapur is 712706.
What is the population of Purbba Durgapur?
Purbba Durgapur had a total population of 2,537, including 1,269 males and 1,268 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Durgapur?
Purbba Durgapur had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Durgapur was 74.82%. Male literacy was 78.24% and female literacy was 71.31%.