Prakashnagar - Belonia, South Tripura
Prakashnagar is a village situated in the Belonia subdivision of South Tripura district, Tripura. It is located approximately 1 km from Rajnagar and around 85 km from Udaipur. Rajnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prakashnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prakashnagar is 272270. The village covers a total geographical area of 505 hectares and falls under the 799150 pincode. Belonia is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Prakashnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prakashnagar
As per Census 2011, Prakashnagar village has a total population of 2,934 people, consisting of 1,501 males and 1,433 females. The village has 726 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,461 literate and 473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,006 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prakashnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,934 | 1,501 | 1,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 146 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,006 | 525 | 481 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,461 | 1,308 | 1,153 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 193 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Prakashnagar
Prakashnagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajnagar | North | 1.55 km |
| Bardosh | South | 2.05 km |
| Jaichandrapur | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Uttar Krishnapur | West | 4.83 km |
| Dakshin Krishnapur | South-West | 5.14 km |
| Barapathari | North | 5.50 km |
| Purba Anandapur | South | 5.62 km |
| Rangamura | West | 5.73 km |
| Lakshmipur | North-East | 5.88 km |
| Ishanchandranagar | North-East | 6.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prakashnagar
Prakashnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belonia to Prakashnagar is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Prakashnagar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prakashnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prakashnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Prakashnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prakashnagar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Prakashnagar
Where is Prakashnagar located?
Prakashnagar village is located in Belonia Subdivision, South Tripura district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prakashnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Prakashnagar is Rajnagar.
What is the pincode of Prakashnagar?
The pincode of Prakashnagar is 799150.
What is the population of Prakashnagar?
Prakashnagar has a total population of 2,934, including 1,501 males and 1,433 females.
How many households are there in Prakashnagar?
There are 726 households in Prakashnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Prakashnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prakashnagar is 83.88%. Male literacy is 87.14% and female literacy is 80.46%.