Praharajapur - Kakatpur, Puri
Praharajapur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Suhanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Praharajapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Praharajapur is 409130. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Praharajapur
As per Census 2011, Praharajapur village has a total population of 152 people, consisting of 72 males and 80 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Praharajapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 152 | 72 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 51 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopikantapur | West | 0.49 km |
| Somanathapur | East | 1.13 km |
| Suhanpur | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Nipania | West | 1.65 km |
| Othaka | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Suhagpur | North | 1.78 km |
| Jangalbori | West | 1.80 km |
| Phanaphana | South | 1.99 km |
| Isanapur | West | 2.02 km |
| Narasinghapursasan | North-West | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Praharajapur
Public transport in the Praharajapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Praharajapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Praharajapur is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Praharajapur
Where is Praharajapur located?
Praharajapur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Praharajapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Praharajapur is Suhanpur.
What is the pincode of Praharajapur?
The pincode of Praharajapur is 752108.
What is the population of Praharajapur?
Praharajapur has a total population of 152, including 72 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Praharajapur?
There are 41 households in Praharajapur.
What is the literacy rate in Praharajapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Praharajapur is 67.76%. Male literacy is 72.22% and female literacy is 63.75%.