Durku
About Durku
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Durku village is 331866. Durku village is located in Barabazar subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 5.6km away from sub-district headquarter Barabazar (tehsildar office) and 6.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Tumrasole is the gram panchayat of Durku village.
The total geographical area of village is 326.22 hectares. Durku has a total population of 1,564 peoples, out of which male population is 814 while female population is 750. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 921 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of durku village is 59.08% out of which 70.15% males and 47.07% females are literate. There are about 302 houses in durku village. Pincode of durku village locality is 723127.
Puruliya is nearest town to durku village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 41km away.
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Population of Durku
The population details of Durku cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,564 | 814 | 750 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 203 | 106 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 924 | 571 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 243 | 397 |
Connectivity of Durku
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Durku
Where is Durku located?
Durku village is situated in Barabazar Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durku?
The Gram Panchayat of Durku is Tumrasole (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Durku?
The pincode of Durku is 723127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Durku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durku is 1,564, with 814 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Durku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durku village has a total of 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durku is 59.08%. The male literacy rate is 70.15%, while the female literacy rate is 47.07%.