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.
Dakshin 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 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.
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Population of Dakshin Durgapur
Below is a concise population overview of Dakshin 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dakshin Durgapur village:
- The total population of Dakshin Durgapur village is around 5,439, including approximately 2,763 males and 2,676 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 719 children aged 0–6 years in Dakshin Durgapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dakshin Durgapur village has 746 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dakshin Durgapur village is about 73.67%, with male literacy at 77.96% and female literacy at 69.25%.
- There are around 1,234 households in Dakshin Durgapur village.
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%.