Dakshin Durgapur - Namkhana, South 24 Parganas
Dakshin Durgapur is a village situated in the Namkhana subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.8 km from Namkhana and around 106 km from Alipore. Shibrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dakshin Durgapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dakshin Durgapur is 335305. The village covers a total geographical area of 573.72 hectares and falls under the 743357 pincode. Kakdwip is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Dakshin 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 Sagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dakshin Durgapur
As per Census 2011, Dakshin Durgapur village has a total population of 5,439 people, consisting of 2,763 males and 2,676 females. The village has 1,234 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 719 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,007 literate and 1,432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 746 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dakshin Durgapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,439 | 2,763 | 2,676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 719 | 375 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 746 | 369 | 377 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 4,007 | 2,154 | 1,853 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,432 | 609 | 823 |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Durgapur
Dakshin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Radhanagar | East | 2.37 km |
| Rajnagar | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Debnagar | North | 4.84 km |
| Kusumtala | South | 5.01 km |
| Sibrampur | South-East | 6.22 km |
| Sibnagar Abad | North-East | 6.54 km |
| Dwariknagar | North-East | 7.05 km |
| Uttar Chandanpiri | East | 7.11 km |
| Namkhana | North | 9.25 km |
| Debnibas | South-East | 9.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dakshin Durgapur
Dakshin Durgapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Namkhana, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kakdwip to Dakshin Durgapur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Dakshin Durgapur is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dakshin Durgapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dakshin Durgapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dakshin 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 Dakshin Durgapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dakshin Durgapur
Where is Dakshin Durgapur located?
Dakshin Durgapur village is located in Namkhana Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur is Shibrampur.
What is the pincode of Dakshin Durgapur?
The pincode of Dakshin Durgapur is 743357.
What is the population of Dakshin Durgapur?
Dakshin Durgapur has a total population of 5,439, including 2,763 males and 2,676 females.
How many households are there in Dakshin Durgapur?
There are 1,234 households in Dakshin Durgapur.
What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Durgapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dakshin Durgapur is 73.67%. Male literacy is 77.96% and female literacy is 69.25%.