Purba Durgapur - Falta, South 24 Parganas
Purba Durgapur is a village situated in the Falta subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10 km from Falta and around 34 km from Alipore. Fatepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purba Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purba Durgapur is 334305. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.55 hectares and falls under the 743504 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Purba Durgapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purba Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Purba Durgapur village has a total population of 2,073 people, consisting of 1,045 males and 1,028 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,554 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 993 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Purba Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,073 | 1,045 | 1,028 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 96 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 993 | 484 | 509 |
| Literate Population | 1,554 | 861 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 184 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Purba Durgapur
Purba 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 Purba Durgapur
Purba Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Purba 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 Purba Durgapur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Purba Durgapur is about 34 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 Purba Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purba Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Purba 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 Purba Durgapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purba Durgapur
Where is Purba Durgapur located?
Purba Durgapur village is located in Falta Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purba Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Purba Durgapur is Fatepur.
What is the pincode of Purba Durgapur?
The pincode of Purba Durgapur is 743504.
What is the population of Purba Durgapur?
Purba Durgapur has a total population of 2,073, including 1,045 males and 1,028 females.
How many households are there in Purba Durgapur?
There are 541 households in Purba Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Purba Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purba Durgapur is 74.96%. Male literacy is 82.39% and female literacy is 67.41%.