Pratappur - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Pratappur is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Pratappur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratappur is 424198. The village covers a total geographical area of 1287 hectares and falls under the 766018 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 58 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 Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pratappur
As per Census 2011, Pratappur village has a total population of 3,739 people, consisting of 1,833 males and 1,906 females. The village has 913 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 537 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,479 literate and 2,260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 521 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,063 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pratappur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,739 | 1,833 | 1,906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 249 | 288 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 521 | 242 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,063 | 1,032 | 1,031 |
| Literate Population | 1,479 | 940 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,260 | 893 | 1,367 |
Nearby Villages of Pratappur
Pratappur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badakarlakote | West | 2.75 km |
| Jayapatna | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Kapurmal | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Nagpheni | North | 3.43 km |
| Mangalpur | South | 3.92 km |
| Banjibahal | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Ekataguda | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Karanjiguda | East | 4.72 km |
| Hirapur | South-West | 4.81 km |
| Khairmal | East | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pratappur
Pratappur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Junagarh to Pratappur is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Pratappur is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pratappur
Where is Pratappur located?
Pratappur village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pratappur?
Pratappur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pratappur?
The pincode of Pratappur is 766018.
What is the population of Pratappur?
Pratappur has a total population of 3,739, including 1,833 males and 1,906 females.
How many households are there in Pratappur?
There are 913 households in Pratappur.
What is the literacy rate in Pratappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratappur is 39.56%. Male literacy is 51.28% and female literacy is 28.28%.