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DURGAPUR is located in the district of Burdwan, in the state West Bengal, India. It is a well-planned industrial city on the banks of the river Damodar, with a population of about 250,000. It was founded by in the late fifties, by the then Chief Minister of West Bengal, Dr. Bidhan Chandra RoyWith its cosmopolitan lifestyle, Durgapur is thriving with modern multiplexes, shopping plazas and food marts. Never before has this city, which is so conveniently accessible by road and by rail, been so welcoming and inviting as it is today. What started out as an industrial hub is today a modern township with multi-facility, multi-utility urban plazas, a confluence of shopping, commerce, entertainment, education, recreation, health, hospitality, medical amenities and premium residential accommodation. Organized Retail chains like ‘Big Bazaar’ as well as outlets like Titan world, Himalaya Optics, Tanishq ,MP Jewellers , Nik-nish among others are all here. The social infrastructure at Durgapur is buzzing with activity.    Rich in history with a diverse economy, a thriving cultural heritage and a forward looking cosmopolitan attitude, Durgapur is a city of national and regional importance. It is located very close to India's biggest coalfields in the Ranigunj-Dhanbad area. The Durgapur Barrage over the river Damodar provides the water necessary for the many industries and also for drinking. Its surrounding area is very fertile and is one of the biggest producers of rice in the countryDurgapur is a predominantly Bengali speaking city. However a significant population speak Hindi, which makes it the second most spoken language of the town.   
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History of Durgapur city
Durgapur is a new industrial city. The administrative setup for the city came up in stages. Once the British settled down to ruling the country in the nineteenth century, they started effecting administrative changes. In 1837, when Bankura district was formed, Durgapur area was part of it. In 1847, Ranigunj subdivision was formed with three police stations – Ranigunj, Kanksa and Neamatpur - and it was made a part of Bardhaman district. In 1906, the subdivisional headquarters was shifted to Asansol and the subdivision renamed accordingly. In 1910, the police stations in Asansol subdivision were Asansol, Ranigunj, Kanksa, Faridpur and Barakar. On 14 April 1968, Durgapur subdivision was carved out of Asansol subdivision.. More recently a new modern Airport is to be constructed by DLF in Andal near Durgapur. Software giants like Wipro, TCS are moving towards Durgapur.Soon, Durgapur will having a 12 storied building called JUNCTION.   
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Geography and Climate of Durgapur city
,Durgapur is located at 23.48° N 87.32° E. It has an average elevation of 65 metres (213 feet)Durgapur is situated on the bank of river Damodar, just before it enters the alluvial plains of Bengal. .Average temperature during summer season is 32 °C while at the cold season is 20 °C. The maximum temperature during summer rises up to 45 °C while minimum temperature during winter comes down to 6°C. Average rainfall is 150 millimetres with the bulk of rainfall occurring around the July-September period. The normal trend is - winter season starts from about the middle of November and continues till the end of February. March to May is dry summer intervened by tropical cyclonic storms. June to September is wet summer while October is autumn As of 2001 India census, Durgapur had a population of 492,996. Males constitute 53% of the population and females 47%. Durgapur has an average literacy rate of 75%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 81% and, female literacy is 69%. In Durgapur, 10% of the population is under 6 years of age.   
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Economy of Durgapur city
The 41-sq km Durgapur area, which abounds in mining resources, is located in the western part of Burdwan districtDurgapur–Asansol colliery belt is home to a number of major steel plants.The area is increasingly emerging as a key urban and industrial centre with a large workforce, moderate per capita income, good connectivity, industrial establishments, and a large number of housing and educational establishments. Manufacturing industries playing an important economic role are engineering products, electronics, electrical equipment, cables, steel, leather, textiles, jewellery, frigates, automobiles, railway coaches, and wagons.. The Durgapur Barrage over the river Damodar provides the water necessary for the many industries and also for drinking. Its surrounding area is very fertile and is one of the biggest producers of rice in the country.   
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Flora and Fauna of Durgapur city
The flora is characterized by the arborescent species such as Simul, Neem, Amlaki , Khejur , Tal,, Asvattha, Palas , Krishnachuda , Am and shrubby species such as ashsheoda,, Pianj, Rasun, Rajanigandha , Ghentu or Bhat , Kurabaka, Gulancha, Tulsi, and Dumur. Tigers were formerly common, especially in the jungles of the Asansol subdivision adjoining the Jharkhand, but have now entirely disappeared. Wolves are scarce,. Wild pigs are numerous throughout the district and monkeys also abound including the variety known as Hanuman. The common avifauna are pea-fowl, jungle-fowl, jungle crow, house crow, treepie, common babbler, common jora, chloropsis, babul, bluethroat, robin, Shama, flycatcher, tailor bird, mayna, munia, , sparrow, nilkantha, bee-eater, kingfisher, hornbill, hoopoe, vulture, falcon, eagle, kite, hawk, various types of pigeon and dove, goose, duck, teal, lapwing, white necked stork and several varieties of egret and heron. Principal catches from the rivers are as follows :- Rohu, Mrigle, Katla ,Kharke Bata, Bhangan Bata, Shrimps,Maurala, Pabda, Tengra etc.      
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