Prat - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Prat is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Prat village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prat is 001612. The village covers a total geographical area of 1500.2 hectares and falls under the 185152 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Prat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Prat
As per Census 2011, Prat village has a total population of 2,747 people, consisting of 1,393 males and 1,354 females. The village has 610 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 463 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,579 literate and 1,168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 885 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,747 | 1,393 | 1,354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 463 | 249 | 214 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 885 | 455 | 430 |
| Literate Population | 1,579 | 885 | 694 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,168 | 508 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Prat
Prat 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 Prat
Prat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sunderbani to Prat is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Prat is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prat 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 Prat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Prat
Where is Prat located?
Prat village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prat?
Prat is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prat?
The pincode of Prat is 185152.
What is the population of Prat?
Prat has a total population of 2,747, including 1,393 males and 1,354 females.
How many households are there in Prat?
There are 610 households in Prat.
What is the literacy rate in Prat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prat is 57.48%. Male literacy is 63.53% and female literacy is 51.26%.