Papro - Mayur Hand, Chatra
Papro is a village situated in the Mayur Hand subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Chatra, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Karma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Papro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papro is 349218. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 825408 pincode.
Papro village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Papro
As per Census 2011, Papro village has a total population of 533 people, consisting of 284 males and 249 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 533 | 284 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 180 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 104 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Papro
Papro 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 Papro
Public transport in the Papro 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 Chatra to Papro is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papro village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Papro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papro 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 Papro
Where is Papro located?
Papro village is located in Mayur Hand Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papro?
The Gram Panchayat of Papro is Karma.
What is the pincode of Papro?
The pincode of Papro is 825408.
What is the population of Papro?
Papro has a total population of 533, including 284 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Papro?
There are 72 households in Papro.
What is the literacy rate in Papro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papro is 56.10%. Male literacy is 63.38% and female literacy is 47.79%.