Prithvipur Jungle - Vikas Nagar, Dehradun
Prithvipur Jungle is a village situated in the Vikas Nagar tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from Vikasnagar and around 38 km from Dehradun. Prithvi Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prithvipur Jungle village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prithvipur Jungle is 044976. The village covers a total geographical area of 994.44 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Prithvipur Jungle village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikasnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prithvipur Jungle
According to the 2011 Census, Prithvipur Jungle village had a total population of 113 people, including 89 males and 24 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 270 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.36%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 113 | 89 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 86 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Prithvipur Jungle
Prithvipur Jungle 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 Prithvipur Jungle
Prithvipur Jungle 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vikasnagar to Prithvipur Jungle is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Prithvipur Jungle is about 38 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 Prithvipur Jungle
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prithvipur Jungle 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Prithvipur Jungle
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prithvipur Jungle village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Prithvipur Jungle
Where is Prithvipur Jungle located?
Prithvipur Jungle village is located in Vikas Nagar Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prithvipur Jungle?
The Gram Panchayat of Prithvipur Jungle is Prithvi Pur.
What is the pincode of Prithvipur Jungle?
The pincode of Prithvipur Jungle is 248001.
What is the population of Prithvipur Jungle?
Prithvipur Jungle had a total population of 113, including 89 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Prithvipur Jungle?
Prithvipur Jungle had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prithvipur Jungle?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prithvipur Jungle was 96.36%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.33%.