Prachandapur - Mayureswar - I, Birbhum
Prachandapur is a village situated in the Mayureswar - I subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 2.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mollarpur and around 30.3 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Mollarpur-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prachandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prachandapur is 316522. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.51 hectares and falls under the 731216 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Prachandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Prachandapur
As per Census 2011, Prachandapur village has a total population of 2,961 people, consisting of 1,482 males and 1,479 females. The village has 698 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 423 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,735 literate and 1,226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 577 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prachandapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,961 | 1,482 | 1,479 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 210 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 302 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,735 | 949 | 786 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,226 | 533 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Prachandapur
Prachandapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anandanagar | North-East | 0.74 km |
| Gayaspur | West | 1.02 km |
| Rukunpur | North | 1.52 km |
| Jamalpur | East | 1.56 km |
| Mehedinagar | North | 1.71 km |
| Murali | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Hosenpur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Arazi Muralipur | East | 2.01 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Sekhpur | South-West | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prachandapur
Prachandapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mallarpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampurhat to Prachandapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Prachandapur is about 30.3 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 Prachandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Prachandapur 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 Prachandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Prachandapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Prachandapur
Where is Prachandapur located?
Prachandapur village is located in Mayureswar - I Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prachandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Prachandapur is Mollarpur-ii.
What is the pincode of Prachandapur?
The pincode of Prachandapur is 731216.
What is the population of Prachandapur?
Prachandapur has a total population of 2,961, including 1,482 males and 1,479 females.
How many households are there in Prachandapur?
There are 698 households in Prachandapur.
What is the literacy rate in Prachandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prachandapur is 58.60%. Male literacy is 64.04% and female literacy is 53.14%.