Durku - Purulia - I, Purulia
Durku is a village situated in the Purulia - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 33.1 km from Purulia and around 23.7 km from Purulia. Durku village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durku is 330971. The village covers a total geographical area of 585.58 hectares and falls under the 723102 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Durku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balarampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Purulia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durku
As per Census 2011, Durku village has a total population of 2,315 people, consisting of 1,213 males and 1,102 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,211 literate and 1,104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 735 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durku are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,315 | 1,213 | 1,102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 157 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 735 | 383 | 352 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 781 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,104 | 432 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Durku
Durku is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uchali | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Balia Pathar | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Damda | West | 1.88 km |
| Dumarsol | East | 2.44 km |
| Digshili | South | 2.51 km |
| Dhekiya | West | 2.83 km |
| Tamna | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Chandradi | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Petadi | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Ketika (p) (new J.l.-5) | North | 3.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durku
Durku is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tamna, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purulia to Durku is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Durku is about 23.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durku village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Durku
Where is Durku located?
Durku village is located in Purulia - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durku?
Durku is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durku?
The pincode of Durku is 723102.
What is the population of Durku?
Durku has a total population of 2,315, including 1,213 males and 1,102 females.
How many households are there in Durku?
There are 479 households in Durku.
What is the literacy rate in Durku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durku is 52.31%. Male literacy is 64.39% and female literacy is 39.02%.