Paschim Durgapur - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Paschim Durgapur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from Sarisha and around 40.6 km from Alipore. Patra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Durgapur is 334478. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.81 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paschim 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 Paschim Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Paschim Durgapur village has a total population of 1,744 people, consisting of 919 males and 825 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,144 literate and 600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 438 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschim Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,744 | 919 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 126 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 235 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 1,144 | 663 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 256 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Durgapur
Paschim 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 Paschim Durgapur
Public transport in the Paschim Durgapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paschim Durgapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Paschim Durgapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Paschim Durgapur is about 40.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paschim Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paschim 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 Paschim Durgapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paschim Durgapur
Where is Paschim Durgapur located?
Paschim Durgapur village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Durgapur is Patra.
What is the pincode of Paschim Durgapur?
The pincode of Paschim Durgapur is 743330.
What is the population of Paschim Durgapur?
Paschim Durgapur has a total population of 1,744, including 919 males and 825 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Durgapur?
There are 361 households in Paschim Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Durgapur is 65.60%. Male literacy is 72.14% and female literacy is 58.30%.