Partapur Village - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Partapur is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 149 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Partapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Partapur is 448262. The village covers a total geographical area of 1112 hectares and falls under the 494776 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Partapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Partapur
As per Census 2011, Partapur village has a total population of 1,266 people, consisting of 705 males and 561 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 795 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 758 literate and 508 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,036 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Partapur are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,266 | 705 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 80 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,036 | 543 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 758 | 487 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 218 | 290 |
Nearby Villages of Partapur
Partapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thakur Nagar | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Chandanpur | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Bhingidar | West | 3.27 km |
| Balrampur | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Shanti Nagar | West | 3.54 km |
| Budhandand | North | 3.64 km |
| Hari Nagar | South-West | 4.37 km |
| Avinash Nagar | West | 4.79 km |
| Karekatta | South-West | 5.13 km |
| Barda | North | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Partapur
Partapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pakhanjur to Partapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Partapur is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Partapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Partapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Partapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Partapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Partapur
Where is Partapur located?
Partapur village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Partapur?
Partapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Partapur?
The pincode of Partapur is 494776.
What is the population of Partapur?
Partapur has a total population of 1,266, including 705 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Partapur?
There are 245 households in Partapur.
What is the literacy rate in Partapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Partapur is 59.87%. Male literacy is 69.08% and female literacy is 48.31%.