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
According to the 2011 Census, Pratap Dighi village had a total population of 3,046 people, including 1,560 males and 1,486 females, living in 637 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.81%, with male literacy at 92.10% and female literacy at 81.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 3,046, including 1,560 males and 1,486 females.
How many households are there in Pratap Dighi?
Pratap Dighi had 637 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pratap Dighi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratap Dighi was 86.81%. Male literacy was 92.10% and female literacy was 81.20%.