Prasastha
About Prasastha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Prasastha village is 332793. Prasastha village is located in Domjur subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.9km away from sub-district headquarter Domjur (tehsildar office) and 5.2km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Mahiyari Ii is the gram panchayat of Prasastha village.
The total geographical area of village is 112.3 hectares. Prasastha has a total population of 4,255 peoples, out of which male population is 2,208 while female population is 2,047. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of prasastha village is 77.13% out of which 80.16% males and 73.86% females are literate. There are about 1,031 houses in prasastha village. Pincode of prasastha village locality is 711302.
When it comes to administration, Prasastha village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Prasastha village comes under Sankrail Vidhan Sabha constituency & Howrah Lok Sabha constituency. Howrah is nearest town to prasastha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Prasastha
The population details of Prasastha cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,255 | 2,208 | 2,047 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 415 | 220 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 949 | 481 | 468 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 3,282 | 1,770 | 1,512 |
| Illiterate Population | 973 | 438 | 535 |
Connectivity of Prasastha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Prasastha
Where is Prasastha located?
Prasastha village is situated in Domjur Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prasastha?
The Gram Panchayat of Prasastha is Mahiyari Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Prasastha?
The pincode of Prasastha is 711302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Prasastha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Prasastha is 4,255, with 2,208 males and 2,047 females.
How many households are there in Prasastha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Prasastha village has a total of 1,031 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prasastha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Prasastha is 77.13%. The male literacy rate is 80.16%, while the female literacy rate is 73.86%.