Pratap Nagar - Aau, Phalodi
Pratap Nagar is a village situated in the Aau tehsil of Phalodi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 78 km from Phalodi and around 143 km from Jodhpur. Khariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratap Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratap Nagar is 084279. The village covers a total geographical area of 1553 hectares and falls under the 342312 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Pratap Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lohawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pratap Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Pratap Nagar village had a total population of 791 people, including 420 males and 371 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.88%, with male literacy at 68.99% and female literacy at 36.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 791 | 420 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 238 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 182 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Pratap Nagar
Pratap Nagar 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 Pratap Nagar
Pratap Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Phalodi to Pratap Nagar is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Pratap Nagar is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratap Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratap Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pratap Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratap Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pratap Nagar
Where is Pratap Nagar located?
Pratap Nagar village is located in Aau Tehsil, Phalodi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pratap Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratap Nagar is Khariya.
What is the pincode of Pratap Nagar?
The pincode of Pratap Nagar is 342312.
What is the population of Pratap Nagar?
Pratap Nagar had a total population of 791, including 420 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Pratap Nagar?
Pratap Nagar had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pratap Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratap Nagar was 53.88%. Male literacy was 68.99% and female literacy was 36.45%.