Durgapur - Bhangar - I, South 24 Parganas
Durgapur is a village situated in the Bhangar - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24 km from Gobindapur and around 36.3 km from Alipore. Durgapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 333688. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.08 hectares and falls under the 743502 pincode. Calcutta is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Canning Purba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 2,650 people, consisting of 1,381 males and 1,269 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 447 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,640 literate and 1,010 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,650 | 1,381 | 1,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 447 | 235 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 201 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 1,640 | 936 | 704 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,010 | 445 | 565 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakri | South | 1.36 km |
| Sondalia | North | 1.86 km |
| Hariharpur | East | 1.87 km |
| Binarat | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Mathurapur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Chandaneswar | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Kashinathpur | West | 2.34 km |
| Bausahar | North | 2.92 km |
| Badi | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Situri | North | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Durgapur
Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghutiari Sharif, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Calcutta to Durgapur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Durgapur is about 36.3 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Durgapur
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Bhangar - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
Durgapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 743502.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur has a total population of 2,650, including 1,381 males and 1,269 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 516 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 61.89%. Male literacy is 67.78% and female literacy is 55.48%.