Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Sankrail subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sankrail are the district & sub-district headquarters of Durgapur village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ragrah 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 341207. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721517. Jhargram 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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 403 | 189 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 119 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 153 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 36 | 79 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:
- The total population of Durgapur village is around 403, including approximately 189 males and 214 females, with a sex ratio of 1132 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 54 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgapur village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 255 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 71.46%, with male literacy at 80.95% and female literacy at 63.08%.
- There are around 86 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Sankrail Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Ragrah (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 721517, 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 403, with 189 males and 214 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 71.46%. The male literacy rate is 80.95%, while the female literacy rate is 63.08%.