Pratappur - Colonelganj, Gonda
Pratappur is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Pratappur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratappur is 175026. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.52 hectares and falls under the 271125 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Pratappur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pratappur
According to the 2011 Census, Pratappur village had a total population of 1,215 people, including 649 males and 566 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.56%, with male literacy at 61.06% and female literacy at 51.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 1,215 | 649 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 120 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 323 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 646 | 326 | 320 |
Nearby Villages of Pratappur
Pratappur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhar Kuinya | South-East | 1.01 km |
| Atarsuiya | West | 1.59 km |
| Mohammadpur Garawar | East | 2.63 km |
| Vedpur | North | 3.14 km |
| Davli | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Palhapur | North | 3.44 km |
| Chandra Hariya | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Bhant Purwa | East | 3.63 km |
| Gumdaha | North | 3.71 km |
| Chandrabhanpur | North-East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pratappur
Pratappur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sarju, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Pratappur is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Pratappur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratappur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratappur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pratappur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratappur 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 Pratappur
Where is Pratappur located?
Pratappur village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pratappur?
Pratappur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pratappur?
The pincode of Pratappur is 271125.
What is the population of Pratappur?
Pratappur had a total population of 1,215, including 649 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Pratappur?
Pratappur had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pratappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratappur was 56.56%. Male literacy was 61.06% and female literacy was 51.57%.