Pratapapur - Oupada, Balasore
Pratapapur is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratapapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratapapur is 393363. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Pratapapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pratapapur
As per Census 2011, Pratapapur village has a total population of 1,303 people, consisting of 689 males and 614 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 969 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 453 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pratapapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,303 | 689 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 88 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 453 | 238 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 969 | 540 | 429 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 149 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Pratapapur
Pratapapur 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 Pratapapur
Pratapapur 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 >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 Soro to Pratapapur is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Pratapapur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratapapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratapapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pratapapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratapapur 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pratapapur
Where is Pratapapur located?
Pratapapur village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pratapapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratapapur is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Pratapapur?
The pincode of Pratapapur is 756049.
What is the population of Pratapapur?
Pratapapur has a total population of 1,303, including 689 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Pratapapur?
There are 328 households in Pratapapur.
What is the literacy rate in Pratapapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratapapur is 74.37%. Male literacy is 78.37% and female literacy is 69.87%.