Papraul - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Papraul is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. Papraul village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papraul is 207007. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.54 hectares and falls under the 232108 pincode.
Papraul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saiyadraja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papraul
According to the 2011 Census, Papraul village had a total population of 1,276 people, including 611 males and 665 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,088 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.50%, with male literacy at 80.45% and female literacy at 61.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351.
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 | 1,276 | 611 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 120 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 177 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 748 | 395 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 216 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Papraul
Papraul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhart Patti | West | 1.20 km |
| Bewada | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Prahaladpur | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Kawal Pura | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Sikandarpur Gangbarar | East | 1.90 km |
| Dabariya | South | 1.98 km |
| Ranpur | West | 2.12 km |
| Damodarpur Gangbarar | East | 2.13 km |
| Lilapur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Narainpur | North | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Papraul
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Papraul. The nearest railway station is Dheena, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Papraul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papraul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Papraul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Papraul 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 Papraul
Where is Papraul located?
Papraul village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Papraul?
Papraul is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Papraul?
The pincode of Papraul is 232108.
What is the population of Papraul?
Papraul had a total population of 1,276, including 611 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Papraul?
Papraul had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papraul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papraul was 70.50%. Male literacy was 80.45% and female literacy was 61.93%.