Pritpur - Harraiya, Basti
Pritpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Pitura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pritpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pritpur is 179069. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.52 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Pritpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pritpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pritpur village had a total population of 778 people, including 389 males and 389 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.88%, with male literacy at 65.09% and female literacy at 50.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 242.
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 | 778 | 389 | 389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 71 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 125 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 207 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 182 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Pritpur
Pritpur 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 Pritpur
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Pritpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Pritpur is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Pritpur
Where is Pritpur located?
Pritpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pritpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pritpur is Pitura.
What is the pincode of Pritpur?
The pincode of Pritpur is 272130.
What is the population of Pritpur?
Pritpur had a total population of 778, including 389 males and 389 females.
How many households are there in Pritpur?
Pritpur had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pritpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pritpur was 57.88%. Male literacy was 65.09% and female literacy was 50.77%.