Pratap Chak - Udaynarayanpur, Howrah
Pratap Chak is a village situated in the Udaynarayanpur subdivision of Howrah district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.5 km from Udaynarayanpur and around 44.5 km from Howrah. Harali Udaynarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratap Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratap Chak is 332491. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.13 hectares and falls under the 711226 pincode. Tarakeswar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Pratap Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pratap Chak
As per Census 2011, Pratap Chak village has a total population of 1,090 people, consisting of 536 males and 554 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 817 literate and 273 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pratap Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,090 | 536 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 430 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 106 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Pratap Chak
Pratap Chak 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 Pratap Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Pratap Chak.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tarakeswar to Pratap Chak is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Howrah to Pratap Chak is about 44.5 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 Pratap Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratap Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pratap Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratap Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pratap Chak
Where is Pratap Chak located?
Pratap Chak village is located in Udaynarayanpur Subdivision, Howrah district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pratap Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratap Chak is Harali Udaynarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Pratap Chak?
The pincode of Pratap Chak is 711226.
What is the population of Pratap Chak?
Pratap Chak has a total population of 1,090, including 536 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Pratap Chak?
There are 270 households in Pratap Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Pratap Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratap Chak is 74.95%. Male literacy is 80.22% and female literacy is 69.86%.