Prithvipur - Vikas Nagar, Dehradun
Prithvipur is a village situated in the Vikas Nagar tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Vikasnagar and around 40 km from Dehradun. Prithvi Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prithvipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prithvipur is 044985. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.9 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Prithvipur 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
According to the 2011 Census, Prithvipur village had a total population of 430 people, including 236 males and 194 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 822 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.51%, with male literacy at 89.22% and female literacy at 74.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 430 | 236 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 57 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 182 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 54 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Prithvipur
Prithvipur 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
Prithvipur 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 is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Prithvipur is about 40 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prithvipur 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
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Prithvipur
Where is Prithvipur located?
Prithvipur village is located in Vikas Nagar Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prithvipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Prithvipur is Prithvi Pur.
What is the pincode of Prithvipur?
The pincode of Prithvipur is 248001.
What is the population of Prithvipur?
Prithvipur had a total population of 430, including 236 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Prithvipur?
Prithvipur had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prithvipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prithvipur was 82.51%. Male literacy was 89.22% and female literacy was 74.07%.