Durgadaspur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Durgadaspur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.1 km from Polba and around 26.2 km from Chinsura. Satithan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgadaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgadaspur is 325224. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.4 hectares and falls under the 712305 pincode. Chunchura is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Durgadaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgadaspur
As per Census 2011, Durgadaspur village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 210 males and 212 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgadaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 210 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 306 | 156 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 54 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Durgadaspur
Durgadaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nabagram | South-East | 0.66 km |
| Kantul | South-West | 0.73 km |
| Haur | North-East | 0.87 km |
| Anantapur | South-West | 0.97 km |
| Hamidpur | North-West | 1.10 km |
| Jagannathpur | South-East | 1.21 km |
| Nagpal | East | 1.41 km |
| Krishnapur | West | 1.43 km |
| Sekendarpur | South | 1.57 km |
| Mogalpur | South | 1.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgadaspur
Durgadaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhaniakhali, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chunchura to Durgadaspur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Durgadaspur is about 26.2 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 Durgadaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgadaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Durgadaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgadaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgadaspur
Where is Durgadaspur located?
Durgadaspur village is located in Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgadaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgadaspur is Satithan.
What is the pincode of Durgadaspur?
The pincode of Durgadaspur is 712305.
What is the population of Durgadaspur?
Durgadaspur has a total population of 422, including 210 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Durgadaspur?
There are 99 households in Durgadaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgadaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgadaspur is 72.51%. Male literacy is 74.29% and female literacy is 70.75%.