Dakshin Durgapur - Ratua - I, Malda
Dakshin Durgapur is a village situated in the Ratua - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.8 km from Ratua and around 33 km from English Bazar. Baharal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Durgapur is 312420. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.35 hectares and falls under the 732205 pincode. Malda is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Dakshin Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dakshin Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Durgapur village has a total population of 4,219 people, consisting of 2,179 males and 2,040 females. The village has 796 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 789 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,933 literate and 2,286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,219 | 2,179 | 2,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 789 | 425 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 160 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 1,933 | 979 | 954 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,286 | 1,200 | 1,086 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Durgapur
Dakshin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darbasini | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Joydeb Nagar | West | 1.66 km |
| Shibrampur | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Arazi Balarampur | North | 1.95 km |
| Arazi Raghabbati | South | 1.97 km |
| Ramchak | West | 2.16 km |
| Arazi Ratua | West | 2.40 km |
| Raghabbati | South | 2.59 km |
| Baniabati | South | 2.62 km |
| Purba Radhanagar | South-East | 2.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Durgapur
Dakshin Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Samsi, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.2 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 Malda to Dakshin Durgapur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Dakshin Durgapur is about 33 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 Dakshin Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dakshin 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 Dakshin Durgapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Durgapur
Where is Dakshin Durgapur located?
Dakshin Durgapur village is located in Ratua - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur is Baharal.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Durgapur?
The pincode of Dakshin Durgapur is 732205.
What is the population of Dakshin Durgapur?
Dakshin Durgapur has a total population of 4,219, including 2,179 males and 2,040 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Durgapur?
There are 796 households in Dakshin Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Durgapur is 45.82%. Male literacy is 44.93% and female literacy is 46.76%.