Durgapur

Durgapur is a village located in Dantan I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Dantan are the district & sub-district headquarters of Durgapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Dantan I is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.

Durgapur has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Durgapur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 343800. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721426. Kharagpur is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Durgapur

Below is a concise population overview of Durgapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 644 343 301
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 83 47 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 86 46 40
Literate Population 467 274 193
Illiterate Population 177 69 108

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:

  • The total population of Durgapur village is around 644, including approximately 343 males and 301 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durgapur village has 86 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 72.52%, with male literacy at 79.88% and female literacy at 64.12%.
  • There are around 123 households in Durgapur village.

Connectivity of Durgapur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Durgapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Durgapur

Knowing the nearby villages of Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgapur.

Chak Pansi Jamua Jamuyapati Balabhadrapur Naya Basan Madhabar Patbanda Bhetiamla Asti Nanda Kapasia Kunjapur Nagpara

Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur

Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is situated in Dantan I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Dantan I (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 721426, 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 644, with 343 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 72.52%. The male literacy rate is 79.88%, while the female literacy rate is 64.12%.