Durgu

Durgu is a village located in Jhalda I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.9km away from sub-district headquarter Jhalda (tehsildar office) and 40.5km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Pusti is the gram panchayat of Durgu village.

Durgu 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 Durgu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgu is 331318. The village spans a total geographical area of 103.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723212. Jhalda is nearest town to Durgu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Durgu

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 853 453 400
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 111 58 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 15 7 8
Literate Population 522 331 191
Illiterate Population 331 122 209

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

  • The total population of Durgu village is around 853, including approximately 453 males and 400 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Durgu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durgu village has 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Durgu village is about 61.20%, with male literacy at 73.07% and female literacy at 47.75%.
  • There are around 181 households in Durgu village.

Connectivity of Durgu

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgu. As per the 2011 stats, Durgu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Durgu

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Durgu

Where is Durgu located?
Durgu village is situated in Jhalda I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgu?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgu is Pusti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Durgu?
The pincode of Durgu is 723212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Durgu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgu is 853, with 453 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Durgu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durgu village has a total of 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgu is 61.20%. The male literacy rate is 73.07%, while the female literacy rate is 47.75%.