Prakashpur - Sonhat, Korea
Prakashpur is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from Sonhat and around 21 km from Baikunthpur. Madhaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prakashpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prakashpur is 431597. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.43 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Prakashpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prakashpur
As per Census 2011, Prakashpur village has a total population of 165 people, consisting of 82 males and 83 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 111 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prakashpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 20 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Prakashpur
Prakashpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Prakashpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Prakashpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Prakashpur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prakashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prakashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Prakashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prakashpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Prakashpur
Where is Prakashpur located?
Prakashpur village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prakashpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Prakashpur is Madhaura.
What is the pincode of Prakashpur?
The pincode of Prakashpur is 497339.
What is the population of Prakashpur?
Prakashpur has a total population of 165, including 82 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Prakashpur?
There are 29 households in Prakashpur.
What is the literacy rate in Prakashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prakashpur is 67.27%. Male literacy is 75.61% and female literacy is 59.04%.