Pranpur - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Pranpur is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Pranpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pranpur is 500197. The village covers a total geographical area of 145.7 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanderi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pranpur
As per Census 2011, Pranpur village has a total population of 3,620 people, consisting of 1,908 males and 1,712 females. The village has 761 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 527 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,138 literate and 1,482 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pranpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,620 | 1,908 | 1,712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 527 | 282 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,350 | 721 | 629 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,138 | 1,284 | 854 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,482 | 624 | 858 |
Nearby Villages of Pranpur
Pranpur 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 Pranpur
Pranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanderi to Pranpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Pranpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pranpur 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 Pranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pranpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pranpur
Where is Pranpur located?
Pranpur village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pranpur is Pranpura.
What is the pincode of Pranpur?
The pincode of Pranpur is 473446.
What is the population of Pranpur?
Pranpur has a total population of 3,620, including 1,908 males and 1,712 females.
How many households are there in Pranpur?
There are 761 households in Pranpur.
What is the literacy rate in Pranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pranpur is 59.06%. Male literacy is 67.30% and female literacy is 49.88%.