Purba Durgapur
Purba Durgapur is a village located in Diamond Harbour I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Diamond Harbour (tehsildar office) and 40.3km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Basuldanga is the gram panchayat of Purba Durgapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Purba Durgapur unique in its vibrant Diamond Harbour I-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Purba Durgapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Purba Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Purba Durgapur is 334384. The village spans a total geographical area of 111.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743368. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Purba Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Purba Durgapur 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 Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Purba Durgapur
Population of Purba Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Purba Durgapur has a total population of about 1,784, with approximately 924 males and 860 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 340 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.31%, with male literacy at about 54.55% and female literacy near 51.98%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Purba Durgapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,784 | 924 | 860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 189 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 951 | 504 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 420 | 413 |
Connectivity of Purba Durgapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Purba Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Purba Durgapur 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Purba Durgapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Purba Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Purba Durgapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Purba Durgapur
- Where is Purba Durgapur located?
- Purba Durgapur village is situated in Diamond Harbour I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Purba Durgapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Purba Durgapur is Basuldanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Purba Durgapur?
- The pincode of Purba Durgapur is 743368, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Purba Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Purba Durgapur is 1,784, with 924 males and 860 females.
- How many households are there in Purba Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Purba Durgapur village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Purba Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Purba Durgapur is 53.31%. The male literacy rate is 54.55%, while the female literacy rate is 51.98%.