Durgapur - Daspur - I, Paschim Medinipur
Durgapur is a village situated in the Daspur - I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal. Nandanpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 337862. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.49 hectares and falls under the 721146 pincode. Ghatal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
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 Daspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghatal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 1,119 people, including 589 males and 530 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.01%, with male literacy at 97.69% and female literacy at 83.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 589 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 911 | 508 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 81 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur
Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatal to Durgapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Durgapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Daspur - I Subdivision, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Nandanpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 721146.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 1,119, including 589 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 91.01%. Male literacy was 97.69% and female literacy was 83.78%.