Prasanpur - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Prasanpur 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 31 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Rahana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prasanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prasanpur is 398370. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Prasanpur 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 Prasanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Prasanpur village had a total population of 469 people, including 232 males and 237 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.24%, with male literacy at 90.38% and female literacy at 70.28%.
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 | 469 | 232 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 188 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 44 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Prasanpur
Prasanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pateli | East | 0.74 km |
| Rahana | South-West | 0.83 km |
| Kusadehi | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Barampur | North | 1.36 km |
| Murunia | West | 1.48 km |
| Basanta | East | 1.60 km |
| Jaganathpur | South | 1.67 km |
| Kusida | North | 1.75 km |
| Paikarapur | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Brahmanadehi | South-East | 2.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prasanpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Prasanpur. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Prasanpur is about 31 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 Prasanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prasanpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Prasanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prasanpur 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 Prasanpur
Where is Prasanpur located?
Prasanpur village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prasanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Prasanpur is Rahana.
What is the pincode of Prasanpur?
The pincode of Prasanpur is 754119.
What is the population of Prasanpur?
Prasanpur had a total population of 469, including 232 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Prasanpur?
Prasanpur had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prasanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prasanpur was 80.24%. Male literacy was 90.38% and female literacy was 70.28%.