Durgapur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Durgapur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.7 km from Sarisha and around 22.6 km from Alipore. Nurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durgapur is 334426. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.21 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Durgapur village had a total population of 3,782 people, including 1,886 males and 1,896 females, living in 774 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.78%, with male literacy at 74.50% and female literacy at 63.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 461.
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 | 3,782 | 1,886 | 1,896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 566 | 274 | 292 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 224 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,212 | 1,201 | 1,011 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,570 | 685 | 885 |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Durgapur 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
Public transport in the Durgapur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Durgapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Diamond Harbour to Durgapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Durgapur is about 22.6 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durgapur
Where is Durgapur located?
Durgapur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Nurpur.
What is the pincode of Durgapur?
The pincode of Durgapur is 743330.
What is the population of Durgapur?
Durgapur had a total population of 3,782, including 1,886 males and 1,896 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
Durgapur had 774 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur was 68.78%. Male literacy was 74.50% and female literacy was 63.03%.