Durgapur Gazipur - Baruipur, South 24 Parganas
Durgapur Gazipur is a village situated in the Baruipur subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.7 km from Piyali and around 30.5 km from Alipore. Shikharbali-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur Gazipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur Gazipur is 333931. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.18 hectares and falls under the 700144 pincode. Baruipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Durgapur Gazipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur Gazipur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur Gazipur village had a total population of 1,307 people, including 640 males and 667 females, living in 339 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.02%, with male literacy at 93.31% and female literacy at 72.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,170, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,307 | 640 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 57 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,170 | 576 | 594 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 544 | 434 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 96 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur Gazipur
Durgapur Gazipur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur Gazipur
Durgapur Gazipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Durgapur Gazipur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baruipur to Durgapur Gazipur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Durgapur Gazipur is about 30.5 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durgapur Gazipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapur Gazipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durgapur Gazipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durgapur Gazipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur Gazipur
Where is Durgapur Gazipur located?
Durgapur Gazipur village is located in Baruipur Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Durgapur Gazipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur Gazipur is Shikharbali-ii.
What is the pincode of Durgapur Gazipur?
The pincode of Durgapur Gazipur is 700144.
What is the population of Durgapur Gazipur?
Durgapur Gazipur had a total population of 1,307, including 640 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur Gazipur?
Durgapur Gazipur had 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur Gazipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur Gazipur was 83.02%. Male literacy was 93.31% and female literacy was 72.94%.