Dakshin Durgapur
Dakshin Durgapur is a village located in Namkhana subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.8km away from sub-district headquarter Namkhana (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shibrampur is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Dakshin Durgapur unique in its vibrant Namkhana-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Dakshin 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 Dakshin Durgapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dakshin Durgapur is 335305. The village spans a total geographical area of 573.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743357. Kakdwip is nearest town to Dakshin Durgapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dakshin 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 Sagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathurapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dakshin Durgapur
Population of Dakshin Durgapur
According to the 2011 Census, Dakshin Durgapur has a total population of about 5,439, with approximately 2,763 males and 2,676 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 719 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 746 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.67%, with male literacy at about 77.96% and female literacy near 69.25%. There are around 1,234 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dakshin Durgapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Dakshin Durgapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dakshin Durgapur. As per the 2011 stats, Dakshin 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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dakshin Durgapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Dakshin Durgapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dakshin Durgapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dakshin Durgapur
- Where is Dakshin Durgapur located?
- Dakshin Durgapur village is situated in Namkhana Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dakshin Durgapur is Shibrampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dakshin Durgapur?
- The pincode of Dakshin Durgapur is 743357, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dakshin Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dakshin Durgapur is 5,439, with 2,763 males and 2,676 females.
- How many households are there in Dakshin Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dakshin Durgapur village has a total of 1,234 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dakshin Durgapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dakshin Durgapur is 73.67%. The male literacy rate is 77.96%, while the female literacy rate is 69.25%.