Prem Nagar - Pakhanjur, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Prem Nagar is a village situated in the Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakhanjur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Prem Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prem Nagar is 448237. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.43 hectares and falls under the 494771 pincode. Pakhanjur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Prem Nagar 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 Prem Nagar
As per Census 2011, Prem Nagar village has a total population of 1,778 people, consisting of 962 males and 816 females. The village has 366 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,178 literate and 600 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prem Nagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,778 | 962 | 816 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 129 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 13 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,178 | 723 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 239 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Prem Nagar
Prem Nagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bapu Nagar | South | 2.26 km |
| Badekapsi | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Aalor | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Pachangi | North | 2.91 km |
| Chhotekapsi | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Kali Nagar | South | 3.72 km |
| Sharda Nagar | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Vishrampur | West | 4.20 km |
| Hadfad | East | 4.75 km |
| Dodadekadar | North-East | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prem Nagar
Prem Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 127.3 km.
| 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 Pakhanjur to Prem Nagar is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Prem Nagar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prem Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prem Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Prem Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prem Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Prem Nagar
Where is Prem Nagar located?
Prem Nagar village is located in Pakhanjur Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prem Nagar?
Prem Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prem Nagar?
The pincode of Prem Nagar is 494771.
What is the population of Prem Nagar?
Prem Nagar has a total population of 1,778, including 962 males and 816 females.
How many households are there in Prem Nagar?
There are 366 households in Prem Nagar.
What is the literacy rate in Prem Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prem Nagar is 66.25%. Male literacy is 75.16% and female literacy is 55.76%.