Durku

Durku is a village located in Manbazar I subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 32.9km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 36.1km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Kamtajangidiri is the gram panchayat of Durku village.

Durku 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 Durku

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durku is 332029. The village spans a total geographical area of 108.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723128. Puruliya is nearest town to Durku village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

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Population of Durku

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 54 31 23
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 7 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 54 31 23
Literate Population 26 19 7
Illiterate Population 28 12 16

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

  • The total population of Durku village is around 54, including approximately 31 males and 23 females, with a sex ratio of 741 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Durku village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durku village has 54 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Durku village is about 48.15%, with male literacy at 61.29% and female literacy at 30.43%.
  • There are around 10 households in Durku village.

Connectivity of Durku

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

Nearby Villages of Durku

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

Khayerbani Maishamura Kamta Basudebpur Baghkhuar Mohandi Tukya Damda Kalabai Alias Bamandiha Kesya Mahilidi

Frequently Asked Questions about Durku

Where is Durku located?
Durku village is situated in Manbazar I Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durku?
The Gram Panchayat of Durku is Kamtajangidiri (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 723128, 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 54, with 31 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Durku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durku village has a total of 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durku is 48.15%. The male literacy rate is 61.29%, while the female literacy rate is 30.43%.