Prayagpura - Ghatigaon, Gwalior
Prayagpura is a village situated in the Ghatigaon tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Gwalior and around 25 km from Gwalior. Lakhanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prayagpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prayagpura is 453778. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.97 hectares and falls under the 475330 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Prayagpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prayagpura
According to the 2011 Census, Prayagpura village had a total population of 343 people, including 187 males and 156 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.03%, with male literacy at 67.35% and female literacy at 47.24%.
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 | 343 | 187 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 99 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 88 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Prayagpura
Prayagpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raikasba | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Mehadpur | East | 4.45 km |
| Gurja | West | 4.47 km |
| Nagdha | South-West | 4.86 km |
| Itawali | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Maheshwara | North-East | 6.88 km |
| Bhoreshwar | South-West | 6.98 km |
| Sujwaya | South-East | 7.06 km |
| Sojna | East | 7.42 km |
| Agrabhatpura | North-East | 7.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prayagpura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Prayagpura. The nearest railway station is Ambikeshwar, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gwalior to Prayagpura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prayagpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prayagpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Prayagpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prayagpura 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 Prayagpura
Where is Prayagpura located?
Prayagpura village is located in Ghatigaon Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prayagpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Prayagpura is Lakhanpura.
What is the pincode of Prayagpura?
The pincode of Prayagpura is 475330.
What is the population of Prayagpura?
Prayagpura had a total population of 343, including 187 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Prayagpura?
Prayagpura had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prayagpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prayagpura was 58.03%. Male literacy was 67.35% and female literacy was 47.24%.