Prakashpur - Debai, Bulandshahr
Prakashpur is a village situated in the Debai tehsil of Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Debai and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bulandshahr. Prakashpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prakashpur is 121207. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.8 hectares and falls under the 203393 pincode. Debai is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Prakashpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Prakashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Prakashpur village had a total population of 1,705 people, including 899 males and 806 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.88%, with male literacy at 86.52% and female literacy at 47.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 1,705 | 899 | 806 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 150 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 648 | 322 |
| Illiterate Population | 735 | 251 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Prakashpur
Prakashpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultanpur Bilauni | South | 1.71 km |
| Nagla Chhattu | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Asadpur Gher | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Akarbas | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Jalalpur Jatt | East | 2.14 km |
| Umrara | North | 2.45 km |
| Akbarpur | West | 2.76 km |
| Sherpur | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Badhaur | North | 3.15 km |
| Govindpur | North-East | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prakashpur
Prakashpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dharampur, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Debai to Prakashpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bulandshahr to Prakashpur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prakashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prakashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Prakashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prakashpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Prakashpur
Where is Prakashpur located?
Prakashpur village is located in Debai Tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prakashpur?
Prakashpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prakashpur?
The pincode of Prakashpur is 203393.
What is the population of Prakashpur?
Prakashpur had a total population of 1,705, including 899 males and 806 females.
How many households are there in Prakashpur?
Prakashpur had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prakashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prakashpur was 67.88%. Male literacy was 86.52% and female literacy was 47.35%.