Prayagpur
About Prayagpur
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Prayagpur village is 307414. Prayagpur village is located in Dhupguri subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 32.1km away from sub-district headquarter Dhupguri (tehsildar office) and 63.8km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Banarhat Ii is the gram panchayat of Prayagpur village.
The total geographical area of village is 511.31 hectares. Prayagpur has a total population of 516 peoples, out of which male population is 269 while female population is 247. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 918 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of prayagpur village is 69.57% out of which 78.44% males and 59.92% females are literate. There are about 103 houses in prayagpur village. Pincode of prayagpur village locality is 735210.
When it comes to administration, Prayagpur 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, Prayagpur village comes under Nagrakata Vidhan Sabha constituency & Alipurduars Lok Sabha constituency. Jalpaiguri is nearest town to prayagpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 73km away.
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Population of Prayagpur
The population details of Prayagpur 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 | 516 | 269 | 247 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 211 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 58 | 99 |
Connectivity of Prayagpur
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Prayagpur
Where is Prayagpur located?
Prayagpur village is situated in Dhupguri Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Prayagpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Prayagpur is Banarhat Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Prayagpur?
The pincode of Prayagpur is 735210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Prayagpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Prayagpur is 516, with 269 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Prayagpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Prayagpur village has a total of 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Prayagpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Prayagpur is 69.57%. The male literacy rate is 78.44%, while the female literacy rate is 59.92%.