Prantiya - Gandhinagar
Prantiya is a village situated in the Gandhinagar taluka of Gandhinagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Gandhinagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Prantiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prantiya is 511269. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.87 hectares and falls under the 382355 pincode. Gandhinagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Prantiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandhinagar South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmedabad East Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prantiya
As per Census 2011, Prantiya village has a total population of 4,200 people, consisting of 2,150 males and 2,050 females. The village has 864 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 526 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,057 literate and 1,143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 313 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prantiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,200 | 2,150 | 2,050 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 287 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 164 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,057 | 1,765 | 1,292 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,143 | 385 | 758 |
Nearby Villages of Prantiya
Prantiya 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 Prantiya
Public transport in the Prantiya is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Prantiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gandhinagar to Prantiya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prantiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prantiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Prantiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prantiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Prantiya
Where is Prantiya located?
Prantiya village is located in Gandhinagar Taluka, Gandhinagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prantiya?
Prantiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prantiya?
The pincode of Prantiya is 382355.
What is the population of Prantiya?
Prantiya has a total population of 4,200, including 2,150 males and 2,050 females.
How many households are there in Prantiya?
There are 864 households in Prantiya.
What is the literacy rate in Prantiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prantiya is 72.79%. Male literacy is 82.09% and female literacy is 63.02%.