Durama - Jaipur, Purulia
Durama is a village situated in the Jaipur subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.9 km from Jaipur and around 56.4 km from Purulia. Baragram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durama is 329851. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.31 hectares and falls under the 723201 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Durama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Durama
According to the 2011 Census, Durama village had a total population of 686 people, including 358 males and 328 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.81%, with male literacy at 80.58% and female literacy at 49.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 686 | 358 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 58 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 249 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 109 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Durama
Durama 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 Durama
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Durama. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Durama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puruliya to Durama is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Durama is about 56.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durama
Where is Durama located?
Durama village is located in Jaipur Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durama?
The Gram Panchayat of Durama is Baragram.
What is the pincode of Durama?
The pincode of Durama is 723201.
What is the population of Durama?
Durama had a total population of 686, including 358 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Durama?
Durama had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durama was 65.81%. Male literacy was 80.58% and female literacy was 49.28%.