Durama

Durama is a village located in Jaipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.9km away from sub-district headquarter Jaipur (tehsildar office) and 56.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Baragram is the gram panchayat of Durama village.

Durama has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Durama

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durama is 329851. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723201. Puruliya is nearest town to Durama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Durama

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 686 358 328
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 101 49 52
Scheduled Castes (SC) 111 58 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 385 249 136
Illiterate Population 301 109 192

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

  • The total population of Durama village is around 686, including approximately 358 males and 328 females, with a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Durama village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durama village has 111 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Durama village is about 56.12%, with male literacy at 69.55% and female literacy at 41.46%.
  • There are around 112 households in Durama village.

Connectivity of Durama

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durama. As per the 2011 stats, Durama 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Durama

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

Barbenda Rahardaga Bhaddi Bhelaidi Balibhasa Silphor Bangora Selani Ratnadi Kokiara Baragram

Frequently Asked Questions about Durama

Where is Durama located?
Durama village is situated in Jaipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durama?
The Gram Panchayat of Durama is Baragram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Durama?
The pincode of Durama is 723201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Durama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durama is 686, with 358 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Durama as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durama village has a total of 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durama as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durama is 56.12%. The male literacy rate is 69.55%, while the female literacy rate is 41.46%.