Prakashpur

Prakashpur is a village located in Sonhat tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Sonhat (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Baikunthpur. As per 2009 stats, Naugain is the gram panchayat of Prakashpur village.

Prakashpur has its own place in the vibrant Koriya 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 Prakashpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Prakashpur is 431597. The village spans a total geographical area of 95.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497339. Baikunthpur is nearest town to Prakashpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Prakashpur

Below is a concise population overview of Prakashpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Prakashpur village:

  • The total population of Prakashpur village is around 165, including approximately 82 males and 83 females, with a sex ratio of 1012 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Prakashpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Prakashpur village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Prakashpur village is about 67.27%, with male literacy at 75.61% and female literacy at 59.04%.
  • There are around 29 households in Prakashpur village.

Connectivity of Prakashpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Prakashpur. As per the 2011 stats, Prakashpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Prakashpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Prakashpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Prakashpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Prakashpur

Where is Prakashpur located?
Prakashpur village is situated in Sonhat Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prakashpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Prakashpur is Naugain (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Prakashpur?
The pincode of Prakashpur is 497339, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Prakashpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Prakashpur is 165, with 82 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Prakashpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Prakashpur village has a total of 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prakashpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Prakashpur is 67.27%. The male literacy rate is 75.61%, while the female literacy rate is 59.04%.