Meerpur Pratappur - Kadipur, Sultanpur
Meerpur Pratappur is a village situated in the Kadipur tehsil of Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadipur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Sultanpur. Mirpur Pratappur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meerpur Pratappur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meerpur Pratappur is 171206. The village covers a total geographical area of 1025.19 hectares and falls under the 228172 pincode. Kadipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Meerpur 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 Kadipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sultanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Meerpur Pratappur
As per Census 2011, Meerpur Pratappur village has a total population of 7,077 people, consisting of 3,580 males and 3,497 females. The village has 1,070 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 964 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,305 literate and 2,772 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Meerpur Pratappur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,077 | 3,580 | 3,497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 964 | 499 | 465 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,277 | 637 | 640 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,305 | 2,543 | 1,762 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,772 | 1,037 | 1,735 |
Nearby Villages of Meerpur Pratappur
Meerpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghatampur | North | 1.70 km |
| Belwaiamadhaupur | East | 1.91 km |
| Fajullapur | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Patarkhas | North | 2.22 km |
| Khanpur Pilai | West | 2.23 km |
| Khanpur Kalan | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Rupaipur | West | 2.54 km |
| Khwajarawpur | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Belwaye | East | 2.94 km |
| Harpur | North | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Meerpur Pratappur
Meerpur Pratappur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bilwai, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kadipur to Meerpur Pratappur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sultanpur to Meerpur Pratappur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meerpur Pratappur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meerpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Meerpur 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 Meerpur Pratappur 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 Meerpur Pratappur
Where is Meerpur Pratappur located?
Meerpur Pratappur village is located in Kadipur Tehsil, Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Meerpur Pratappur?
The Gram Panchayat of Meerpur Pratappur is Mirpur Pratappur.
What is the pincode of Meerpur Pratappur?
The pincode of Meerpur Pratappur is 228172.
What is the population of Meerpur Pratappur?
Meerpur Pratappur has a total population of 7,077, including 3,580 males and 3,497 females.
How many households are there in Meerpur Pratappur?
There are 1,070 households in Meerpur Pratappur.
What is the literacy rate in Meerpur Pratappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meerpur Pratappur is 60.83%. Male literacy is 71.03% and female literacy is 50.39%.