Prasadpur
Prasadpur is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 21.4km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Akhna is the gram panchayat of Prasadpur village.
Prasadpur has its own place in the vibrant Hugli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Prasadpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Prasadpur is 325154. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.8 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Prasadpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Prasadpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saptagram Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Prasadpur
Population of Prasadpur
Below is a concise population overview of Prasadpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,624 | 940 | 684 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 253 | 462 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Prasadpur village:
- The total population of Prasadpur village is around 2,339, including approximately 1,193 males and 1,146 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 252 children aged 0–6 years in Prasadpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Prasadpur village has 996 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Prasadpur village is about 69.43%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 59.69%.
- There are around 533 households in Prasadpur village.
Connectivity of Prasadpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Prasadpur. As per the 2011 stats, Prasadpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Prasadpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Prasadpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Prasadpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Prasadpur
- Where is Prasadpur located?
- Prasadpur village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Prasadpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Prasadpur is Akhna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Prasadpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Prasadpur is 2,339, with 1,193 males and 1,146 females.
- How many households are there in Prasadpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Prasadpur village has a total of 533 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Prasadpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Prasadpur is 69.43%. The male literacy rate is 78.79%, while the female literacy rate is 59.69%.