Durgapur West

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

Durgapur West 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 West

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur West is 341875. The village spans a total geographical area of 133.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721149. Medinipur is nearest town to Durgapur West village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Durgapur West

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 526 267 259
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 46 28 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 24 13 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 276 140 136
Literate Population 369 205 164
Illiterate Population 157 62 95

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

  • The total population of Durgapur West village is around 526, including approximately 267 males and 259 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 46 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur West village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durgapur West village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 276 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Durgapur West village is about 70.15%, with male literacy at 76.78% and female literacy at 63.32%.
  • There are around 142 households in Durgapur West village.

Connectivity of Durgapur West

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

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

Nearby Villages of Durgapur West

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur West

Where is Durgapur West located?
Durgapur West village is situated in Kharagpur Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur West?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur West is Kaliara I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Durgapur West?
The pincode of Durgapur West is 721149, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Durgapur West as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgapur West is 526, with 267 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur West as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur West village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur West as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur West is 70.15%. The male literacy rate is 76.78%, while the female literacy rate is 63.32%.