Pratiharpur - Tarakeswar, Hooghly
Pratiharpur is a village situated in the Tarakeswar subdivision of Hooghly district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.4 km from Tarakeswar and around 46.4 km from Chinsura. Purbaramnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratiharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratiharpur is 324499. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.41 hectares and falls under the 712410 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Pratiharpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tarakeswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arambag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pratiharpur
As per Census 2011, Pratiharpur village has a total population of 1,382 people, consisting of 700 males and 682 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 878 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 700 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 74 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pratiharpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,382 | 700 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 76 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 700 | 349 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 480 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 220 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Pratiharpur
Pratiharpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mujpur | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Shyampur | East | 1.44 km |
| Adangachhi | South | 1.48 km |
| Tyagra | North | 1.49 km |
| Kunjaban | East | 1.54 km |
| Chak Dumur | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Sundarpur | South | 1.80 km |
| Bamunpara | West | 1.88 km |
| Salepur | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Jaynagar | North-East | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pratiharpur
Pratiharpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Loknath, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tarakeswar to Pratiharpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chinsura to Pratiharpur is about 46.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratiharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratiharpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Pratiharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratiharpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pratiharpur
Where is Pratiharpur located?
Pratiharpur village is located in Tarakeswar Subdivision, Hooghly district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pratiharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratiharpur is Purbaramnagar.
What is the pincode of Pratiharpur?
The pincode of Pratiharpur is 712410.
What is the population of Pratiharpur?
Pratiharpur has a total population of 1,382, including 700 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Pratiharpur?
There are 335 households in Pratiharpur.
What is the literacy rate in Pratiharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratiharpur is 63.53%. Male literacy is 68.57% and female literacy is 58.36%.