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
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 1,119 people, consisting of 589 males and 530 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 118 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 911 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,119 | 589 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 69 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,119, including 589 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 230 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 81.41%. Male literacy is 86.25% and female literacy is 76.04%.