Paprenga - Batouli, Surguja
Paprenga is a village situated in the Batouli tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batouli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Poprenga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paprenga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paprenga is 433495. The village covers a total geographical area of 428 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Paprenga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paprenga
As per Census 2011, Paprenga village has a total population of 957 people, consisting of 465 males and 492 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 836 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paprenga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 957 | 465 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 836 | 408 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 250 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 215 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Paprenga
Paprenga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bilaspur | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Selma | South | 2.04 km |
| Kunkuri Kalan | West | 2.05 km |
| Taragi | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Batauli | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Jarhadih | East | 3.33 km |
| Saraswatipur | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Tedga | North | 3.60 km |
| Basen | South | 3.74 km |
| Pathrai | South | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paprenga
Paprenga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Paprenga is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paprenga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paprenga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paprenga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paprenga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paprenga
Where is Paprenga located?
Paprenga village is located in Batouli Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paprenga?
The Gram Panchayat of Paprenga is Poprenga.
What is the pincode of Paprenga?
The pincode of Paprenga is 497101.
What is the population of Paprenga?
Paprenga has a total population of 957, including 465 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Paprenga?
There are 233 households in Paprenga.
What is the literacy rate in Paprenga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paprenga is 48.38%. Male literacy is 53.76% and female literacy is 43.29%.