Praharajpur - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Praharajpur is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Ektali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Praharajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Praharajpur is 402622. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Praharajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Praharajpur
As per Census 2011, Praharajpur village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 46 males and 56 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 1,217 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 21 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Praharajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 46 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 13 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Praharajpur
Praharajpur 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 Praharajpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Praharajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuban to Praharajpur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Praharajpur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Praharajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Praharajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Praharajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Praharajpur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Praharajpur
Where is Praharajpur located?
Praharajpur village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Praharajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Praharajpur is Ektali.
What is the pincode of Praharajpur?
The pincode of Praharajpur is 759017.
What is the population of Praharajpur?
Praharajpur has a total population of 102, including 46 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Praharajpur?
There are 22 households in Praharajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Praharajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Praharajpur is 79.41%. Male literacy is 84.78% and female literacy is 75.00%.