Prasadpur - Polba - Dadpur, Hooghly
Prasadpur is a village situated in the Polba - Dadpur subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Polba and around 21.4 km from Chinsura. Akhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Prasadpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Prasadpur is 325154. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.8 hectares and falls under the 712148 pincode. Chinsurah 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 Saptagram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hooghly Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Prasadpur
As per Census 2011, Prasadpur village has a total population of 2,339 people, consisting of 1,193 males and 1,146 females. The village has 533 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,624 literate and 715 illiterate residents. Additionally, 996 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Prasadpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,339 | 1,193 | 1,146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 996 | 520 | 476 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,624 | 940 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 253 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Prasadpur
Prasadpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Milichita | South | 1.03 km |
| Akna | West | 1.41 km |
| Dalimba | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Purushottampur | North | 1.59 km |
| Minajpur | East | 1.62 km |
| Hosenabad | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Hediapota | North | 2.00 km |
| Sonatikri | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Dhuliara | South | 2.17 km |
| Joypur | North-East | 2.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Prasadpur
Prasadpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Magra, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chinsurah to Prasadpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Prasadpur is about 21.4 km, with the usual travel time 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 5-10 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 Polba - Dadpur Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prasadpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Prasadpur is Akhna.
What is the pincode of Prasadpur?
The pincode of Prasadpur is 712148.
What is the population of Prasadpur?
Prasadpur has a total population of 2,339, including 1,193 males and 1,146 females.
How many households are there in Prasadpur?
There are 533 households in Prasadpur.
What is the literacy rate in Prasadpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Prasadpur is 69.43%. Male literacy is 78.79% and female literacy is 59.69%.