Praharajapur - Delanga, Puri
Praharajapur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Rench serves as the Gram Panchayat for Praharajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Praharajapur is 408623. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 752016 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Praharajapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Praharajapur
According to the 2011 Census, Praharajapur village had a total population of 1,461 people, including 730 males and 731 females, living in 350 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.60%, with male literacy at 95.41% and female literacy at 85.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 329.
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 | 1,461 | 730 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 54 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 163 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,214 | 645 | 569 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 85 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Praharajapur
Praharajapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sahajapur | North | 1.01 km |
| Baligan | East | 1.23 km |
| Poshal | South-West | 1.38 km |
| Satabati | North | 1.55 km |
| Alisa | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Rench(delanga) | West | 1.82 km |
| Odapodanga | East | 1.98 km |
| Odasamudi | East | 2.05 km |
| Tolapada | South | 2.19 km |
| Kharikera | South-East | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Praharajapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Praharajapur. The nearest railway station is Jenapur Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Praharajapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Praharajapur is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Praharajapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Praharajapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Praharajapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Praharajapur 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Praharajapur
Where is Praharajapur located?
Praharajapur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Praharajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Praharajapur is Rench.
What is the pincode of Praharajapur?
The pincode of Praharajapur is 752016.
What is the population of Praharajapur?
Praharajapur had a total population of 1,461, including 730 males and 731 females.
How many households are there in Praharajapur?
Praharajapur had 350 households.
What is the literacy rate in Praharajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Praharajapur was 90.60%. Male literacy was 95.41% and female literacy was 85.69%.