Pratappura - Pokaran, Jaisalmer
Pratappura is a village situated in the Pokaran tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokaran and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Chok serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratappura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratappura is 086312. The village covers a total geographical area of 2475 hectares and falls under the 345026 pincode. Pokaran is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Pratappura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pokaran Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pratappura
According to the 2011 Census, Pratappura village had a total population of 543 people, including 296 males and 247 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.68%, with male literacy at 88.13% and female literacy at 48.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 96.
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 | 543 | 296 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 77 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 193 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 103 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Pratappura
Pratappura 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 Pratappura
Pratappura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Pratappura has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pokaran to Pratappura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jaisalmer to Pratappura is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratappura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratappura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pratappura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratappura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pratappura
Where is Pratappura located?
Pratappura village is located in Pokaran Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pratappura?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratappura is Chok.
What is the pincode of Pratappura?
The pincode of Pratappura is 345026.
What is the population of Pratappura?
Pratappura had a total population of 543, including 296 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Pratappura?
Pratappura had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pratappura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratappura was 69.68%. Male literacy was 88.13% and female literacy was 48.42%.