Durga

Durga is a village located in Baruipur subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Piyali (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shankarpur Ii is the gram panchayat of Durga village.

Durga has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Durga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durga is 333949. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743610. Baruipur is nearest town to Durga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Durga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baruipur paschim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jadavpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Durga

Below is a concise population overview of Durga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,446 716 730
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 248 116 132
Scheduled Castes (SC) 72 37 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 860 437 423
Illiterate Population 586 279 307

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durga village:

  • The total population of Durga village is around 1,446, including approximately 716 males and 730 females, with a sex ratio of 1019 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Durga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Durga village has 72 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Durga village is about 59.47%, with male literacy at 61.03% and female literacy at 57.95%.
  • There are around 307 households in Durga village.

Connectivity of Durga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durga. As per the 2011 stats, Durga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Durga

Knowing the nearby villages of Durga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durga.

Khanpur Ratanpur Alampur Teka Balbalia Nor Gazirhat Dadpur Keshabpur Gangaduara Rajgara

Frequently Asked Questions about Durga

Where is Durga located?
Durga village is situated in Baruipur Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Durga?
The Gram Panchayat of Durga is Shankarpur Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Durga?
The pincode of Durga is 743610, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Durga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durga is 1,446, with 716 males and 730 females.
How many households are there in Durga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Durga village has a total of 307 households.
What is the literacy rate in Durga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durga is 59.47%. The male literacy rate is 61.03%, while the female literacy rate is 57.95%.