Prafullachandrapur - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Prafullachandrapur is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kochiladiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prafullachandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prafullachandrapur is 391091. The village covers a total geographical area of 576 hectares and falls under the 757040 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Prafullachandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prafullachandrapur
As per Census 2011, Prafullachandrapur village has a total population of 1,941 people, consisting of 938 males and 1,003 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 932 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,663 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prafullachandrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,941 | 938 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 148 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 2 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,663 | 811 | 852 |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 561 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 932 | 377 | 555 |
Nearby Villages of Prafullachandrapur
Prafullachandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mauda | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Manidi | East | 1.75 km |
| Teldihudi | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Kochiladiha | North | 1.92 km |
| Siripur | West | 2.02 km |
| Jadukhunta | East | 2.21 km |
| Palasabada | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Chhotraipur | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Dimogadia | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Dihirakul | South | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prafullachandrapur
Prafullachandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khantapara, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.5 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 Udala to Prafullachandrapur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Prafullachandrapur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prafullachandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prafullachandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Prafullachandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prafullachandrapur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Prafullachandrapur
Where is Prafullachandrapur located?
Prafullachandrapur village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prafullachandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Prafullachandrapur is Kochiladiha.
What is the pincode of Prafullachandrapur?
The pincode of Prafullachandrapur is 757040.
What is the population of Prafullachandrapur?
Prafullachandrapur has a total population of 1,941, including 938 males and 1,003 females.
How many households are there in Prafullachandrapur?
There are 444 households in Prafullachandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Prafullachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prafullachandrapur is 51.98%. Male literacy is 59.81% and female literacy is 44.67%.