Pratap Gadh - Rapar, Kachchh
Pratap Gadh is a village situated in the Rapar taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rapar and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Mevasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratap Gadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratap Gadh is 506612. The village covers a total geographical area of 825.26 hectares and falls under the 370145 pincode. Rapar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Pratap Gadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pratap Gadh
According to the 2011 Census, Pratap Gadh village had a total population of 710 people, including 364 males and 346 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.01%, with male literacy at 61.57% and female literacy at 41.89%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 710 | 364 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 83 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 173 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 191 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Pratap Gadh
Pratap Gadh 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 Pratap Gadh
Pratap Gadh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rapar to Pratap Gadh is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Pratap Gadh is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratap Gadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratap Gadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pratap Gadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratap Gadh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pratap Gadh
Where is Pratap Gadh located?
Pratap Gadh village is located in Rapar Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pratap Gadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratap Gadh is Mevasa.
What is the pincode of Pratap Gadh?
The pincode of Pratap Gadh is 370145.
What is the population of Pratap Gadh?
Pratap Gadh had a total population of 710, including 364 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Pratap Gadh?
Pratap Gadh had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pratap Gadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratap Gadh was 52.01%. Male literacy was 61.57% and female literacy was 41.89%.