Pratapnagar - Patodi, Balotra
Pratapnagar is a village situated in the Patodi tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 38 km from Pachpadra and around 128 km from Barmer. Bhagwanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratapnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratapnagar is 087378. The village covers a total geographical area of 804.57 hectares and falls under the 344032 pincode. Balotra is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Pratapnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baytoo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pratapnagar
As per Census 2011, Pratapnagar village has a total population of 927 people, consisting of 497 males and 430 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pratapnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 927 | 497 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 126 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 257 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 240 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Pratapnagar
Pratapnagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pratapnagar
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Pratapnagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Balotra to Pratapnagar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Pratapnagar is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratapnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratapnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pratapnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratapnagar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pratapnagar
Where is Pratapnagar located?
Pratapnagar village is located in Patodi Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pratapnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratapnagar is Bhagwanpura.
What is the pincode of Pratapnagar?
The pincode of Pratapnagar is 344032.
What is the population of Pratapnagar?
Pratapnagar has a total population of 927, including 497 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Pratapnagar?
There are 190 households in Pratapnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Pratapnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratapnagar is 41.42%. Male literacy is 51.71% and female literacy is 29.53%.