Pranpur - Sahjanwa, Gorakhpur
Pranpur is a village situated in the Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahjanwa and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pranpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pranpur is 185295. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.02 hectares and falls under the 273209 pincode. Sahjanwan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pranpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pranpur
According to the 2011 Census, Pranpur village had a total population of 552 people, including 281 males and 271 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.64%, with male literacy at 61.22% and female literacy at 39.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 259.
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 | 552 | 281 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 36 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 130 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 150 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 131 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Pranpur
Pranpur 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 Pranpur
Pranpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahjanwan to Pranpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Pranpur is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pranpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pranpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pranpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pranpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pranpur
Where is Pranpur located?
Pranpur village is located in Sahjanwa Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pranpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pranpur is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Pranpur?
The pincode of Pranpur is 273209.
What is the population of Pranpur?
Pranpur had a total population of 552, including 281 males and 271 females.
How many households are there in Pranpur?
Pranpur had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pranpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pranpur was 50.64%. Male literacy was 61.22% and female literacy was 39.21%.