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
As per Census 2011, Durgapur village has a total population of 3,782 people, consisting of 1,886 males and 1,896 females. The village has 774 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 566 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,212 literate and 1,570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 461 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durgapur are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 3,782, including 1,886 males and 1,896 females.
How many households are there in Durgapur?
There are 774 households in Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durgapur is 58.49%. Male literacy is 63.68% and female literacy is 53.32%.