Praharajpur - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Praharajpur is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Anantapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Praharajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Praharajpur is 398395. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 32 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 Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Praharajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Praharajpur village had a total population of 89 people, including 42 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.14%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 82.50%.
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 | 89 | 42 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Praharajpur
Praharajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Santarapur | North-East | 0.53 km |
| Padmalavapur | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Sonaosokana | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Osakana | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Paikarapur | North | 1.40 km |
| Sanapanitira | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Anantpur | East | 1.70 km |
| Apandara | West | 1.73 km |
| Kalamchatara | West | 1.80 km |
| Talanga | South | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Praharajpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Praharajpur. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jagatsinghapur to Praharajpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Praharajpur
Where is Praharajpur located?
Praharajpur village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Praharajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Praharajpur is Anantapur.
What is the pincode of Praharajpur?
The pincode of Praharajpur is 754119.
What is the population of Praharajpur?
Praharajpur had a total population of 89, including 42 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Praharajpur?
Praharajpur had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Praharajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Praharajpur was 85.14%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 82.50%.