Pratap Dighi - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Pratap Dighi is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Sreerampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratap Dighi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratap Dighi is 345158. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.98 hectares and falls under the 721440 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Pratap Dighi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pratap Dighi
As per Census 2011, Pratap Dighi village has a total population of 3,046 people, consisting of 1,560 males and 1,486 females. The village has 637 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 363 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,329 literate and 717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pratap Dighi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,046 | 1,560 | 1,486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 363 | 180 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 49 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,329 | 1,271 | 1,058 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 289 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Pratap Dighi
Pratap Dighi 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 Dighi
Pratap Dighi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Egra to Pratap Dighi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratap Dighi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratap Dighi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pratap Dighi
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 Dighi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pratap Dighi
Where is Pratap Dighi located?
Pratap Dighi village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pratap Dighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratap Dighi is Sreerampur.
What is the pincode of Pratap Dighi?
The pincode of Pratap Dighi is 721440.
What is the population of Pratap Dighi?
Pratap Dighi has a total population of 3,046, including 1,560 males and 1,486 females.
How many households are there in Pratap Dighi?
There are 637 households in Pratap Dighi.
What is the literacy rate in Pratap Dighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratap Dighi is 76.46%. Male literacy is 81.47% and female literacy is 71.20%.