Durgapur
About Durgapur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Durgapur village is 324696. Durgapur village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.4km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 29.3km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Khajudahamilki is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.
The total geographical area of village is 177.03 hectares. Durgapur has a total population of 1,441 peoples, out of which male population is 702 while female population is 739. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1052 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of durgapur village is 64.95% out of which 72.36% males and 57.92% females are literate. There are about 322 houses in durgapur village. Pincode of durgapur village locality is 712302.
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 Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km 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 | 1,441 | 702 | 739 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 146 | 66 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 341 | 159 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 726 | 352 | 374 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 508 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 194 | 311 |
Connectivity of Durgapur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Khajudahamilki (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 712302, 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 1,441, with 702 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 322 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 64.95%. The male literacy rate is 72.36%, while the female literacy rate is 57.92%.