Pratappur - Simulia, Balasore
Pratappur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Similia and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Pahitorana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratappur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratappur is 394138. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pratappur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pratappur
According to the 2011 Census, Pratappur village had a total population of 280 people, including 129 males and 151 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,171 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.12%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 280 | 129 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 93 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 36 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Pratappur
Pratappur 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 Pratappur
Public transport in the Pratappur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Basudebpur to Pratappur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Pratappur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratappur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratappur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pratappur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratappur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pratappur
Where is Pratappur located?
Pratappur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pratappur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratappur is Pahitorana.
What is the pincode of Pratappur?
The pincode of Pratappur is 756134.
What is the population of Pratappur?
Pratappur had a total population of 280, including 129 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Pratappur?
Pratappur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pratappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratappur was 81.12%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 75.00%.