Para - Keotiranway, Darbhanga
Para is a village situated in the Keotiranway subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keotiranway and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Ladari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 226935. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 847121 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Para
According to the 2011 Census, Para village had a total population of 2,194 people, including 1,168 males and 1,026 females, living in 419 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.29%, with male literacy at 70.31% and female literacy at 44.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 380, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 2,194 | 1,168 | 1,026 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 198 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 209 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,058 | 682 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,136 | 486 | 650 |
Nearby Villages of Para
Para 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 Para
Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Para.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Para is about 14 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 Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Para 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Keotiranway Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Para is Ladari.
What is the pincode of Para?
The pincode of Para is 847121.
What is the population of Para?
Para had a total population of 2,194, including 1,168 males and 1,026 females.
How many households are there in Para?
Para had 419 households.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para was 58.29%. Male literacy was 70.31% and female literacy was 44.50%.