Pratappur - Puncha, Purulia
Pratappur is a village situated in the Puncha subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 34.5 km from Puncha and around 26.3 km from Purulia. Panipathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pratappur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pratappur is 331130. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.21 hectares and falls under the 723101 pincode. Puruliya is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Pratappur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Pratappur
According to the 2011 Census, Pratappur village had a total population of 266 people, including 137 males and 129 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.18%, with male literacy at 72.65% and female literacy at 46.79%.
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 | 266 | 137 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 85 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 52 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Pratappur
Pratappur 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 Pratappur
Pratappur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Puruliya to Pratappur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Pratappur is about 26.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pratappur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pratappur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pratappur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pratappur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pratappur
Where is Pratappur located?
Pratappur village is located in Puncha Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pratappur?
The Gram Panchayat of Pratappur is Panipathar.
What is the pincode of Pratappur?
The pincode of Pratappur is 723101.
What is the population of Pratappur?
Pratappur had a total population of 266, including 137 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Pratappur?
Pratappur had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pratappur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pratappur was 60.18%. Male literacy was 72.65% and female literacy was 46.79%.