Shimla Durgapur - Baduria, North 24 Parganas
Shimla Durgapur is a village situated in the Baduria subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.4 km from Baduria. Jasikati Atghara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shimla Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shimla Durgapur is 323452. The village covers a total geographical area of 589.41 hectares and falls under the 743401 pincode. Baduria is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Shimla Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baduria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basirhat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shimla Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Shimla Durgapur village has a total population of 7,225 people, consisting of 3,738 males and 3,487 females. The village has 1,697 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 851 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,072 literate and 2,153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 550 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 368 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shimla Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,225 | 3,738 | 3,487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 851 | 462 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 550 | 290 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 368 | 191 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 5,072 | 2,721 | 2,351 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,153 | 1,017 | 1,136 |
Nearby Villages of Shimla Durgapur
Shimla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandpur | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Kalinga | East | 1.86 km |
| Atghara | North | 2.06 km |
| Haidarpur | West | 2.32 km |
| Nowapara | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Narayanpur | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Sannya | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Jashaikati | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Mandra | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Bagjola | West | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shimla Durgapur
Shimla Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Champapukur, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baduria to Shimla Durgapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shimla Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shimla Durgapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shimla 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 Shimla Durgapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shimla Durgapur
Where is Shimla Durgapur located?
Shimla Durgapur village is located in Baduria Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shimla Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shimla Durgapur is Jasikati Atghara.
What is the pincode of Shimla Durgapur?
The pincode of Shimla Durgapur is 743401.
What is the population of Shimla Durgapur?
Shimla Durgapur has a total population of 7,225, including 3,738 males and 3,487 females.
How many households are there in Shimla Durgapur?
There are 1,697 households in Shimla Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Shimla Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shimla Durgapur is 70.20%. Male literacy is 72.79% and female literacy is 67.42%.