Prasadpur - Pindra, Varanasi
Prasadpur is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Prasadpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prasadpur is 208701. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.21 hectares and falls under the 221202 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Prasadpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ajagara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prasadpur
As per Census 2011, Prasadpur village has a total population of 1,520 people, consisting of 798 males and 722 females. The village has 220 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,058 literate and 462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prasadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,520 | 798 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 92 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 159 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 637 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 161 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Prasadpur
Prasadpur 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 Prasadpur
Prasadpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Prasadpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Prasadpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Prasadpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prasadpur 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 Prasadpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prasadpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Prasadpur
Where is Prasadpur located?
Prasadpur village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prasadpur?
Prasadpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Prasadpur?
The pincode of Prasadpur is 221202.
What is the population of Prasadpur?
Prasadpur has a total population of 1,520, including 798 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Prasadpur?
There are 220 households in Prasadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Prasadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prasadpur is 69.61%. Male literacy is 79.82% and female literacy is 58.31%.