Parauna - Bahadurpur, Darbhanga
Parauna is a village situated in the Bahadurpur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahadurpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ughara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parauna is 227459. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 846003 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Parauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parauna
According to the 2011 Census, Parauna village had a total population of 705 people, including 377 males and 328 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.53%, with male literacy at 40.32% and female literacy at 23.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 705 | 377 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 62 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 127 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 250 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Parauna
Parauna 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 Parauna
Public transport in the Parauna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Parauna has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Parauna is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Parauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parauna
Where is Parauna located?
Parauna village is located in Bahadurpur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Parauna is Ughara.
What is the pincode of Parauna?
The pincode of Parauna is 846003.
What is the population of Parauna?
Parauna had a total population of 705, including 377 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Parauna?
Parauna had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parauna was 32.53%. Male literacy was 40.32% and female literacy was 23.19%.