Durgapur

Durgapur is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Durgapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sardiha 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 339621. The village spans a total geographical area of 11.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721513. Jhargram is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Durgapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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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 137 71 66
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 15 7 8
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 104 58 46
Illiterate Population 33 13 20

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

  • The total population of Durgapur village is around 137, including approximately 71 males and 66 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 15 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 75.91%, with male literacy at 81.69% and female literacy at 69.70%.
  • There are around 32 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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur

Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Sardiha (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 721513, 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 137, with 71 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 75.91%. The male literacy rate is 81.69%, while the female literacy rate is 69.70%.