Pratappura - Himatnagar, Sabar Kantha
Pratappura is a village situated in the Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Himatnagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Rampur (ghorvada) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratappura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratappura is 510508. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.31 hectares and falls under the 383430 pincode. Himatnagar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pratappura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pratappura
According to the 2011 Census, Pratappura village had a total population of 339 people, including 173 males and 166 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.96%, with male literacy at 94.56% and female literacy at 77.24%.
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 | 339 | 173 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 139 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 34 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Pratappura
Pratappura 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 Pratappura
Pratappura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pratappura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Himatnagar to Pratappura 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 Pratappura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratappura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pratappura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratappura 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 Pratappura
Where is Pratappura located?
Pratappura village is located in Himatnagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pratappura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratappura is Rampur (ghorvada).
What is the pincode of Pratappura?
The pincode of Pratappura is 383430.
What is the population of Pratappura?
Pratappura had a total population of 339, including 173 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Pratappura?
Pratappura had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pratappura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratappura was 85.96%. Male literacy was 94.56% and female literacy was 77.24%.