Durgapur
Durgapur is a village located in Mandirbazar subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Mandirbazar (tehsildar office) and 57.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Ghateswar is the gram panchayat of Durgapur village.
Durgapur 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 Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Durgapur is 334733. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743336. Jaynagar is nearest town to Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Durgapur
Population of Durgapur
Below is a concise population overview of Durgapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,203 | 1,627 | 1,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 573 | 295 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 212 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,702 | 938 | 764 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,501 | 689 | 812 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Durgapur village:
- The total population of Durgapur village is around 3,203, including approximately 1,627 males and 1,576 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 573 children aged 0–6 years in Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Durgapur village has 422 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Durgapur village is about 53.14%, with male literacy at 57.65% and female literacy at 48.48%.
- There are around 658 households in Durgapur village.
Connectivity of Durgapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Durgapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Durgapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Durgapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Durgapur
- Where is Durgapur located?
- Durgapur village is situated in Mandirbazar Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Durgapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Durgapur is Ghateswar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Durgapur?
- The pincode of Durgapur is 743336, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Durgapur is 3,203, with 1,627 males and 1,576 females.
- How many households are there in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Durgapur village has a total of 658 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Durgapur is 53.14%. The male literacy rate is 57.65%, while the female literacy rate is 48.48%.