Parahanda

Parahanda is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Ilara is the gram panchayat of Parahanda village.

Parahanda has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Parahanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parahanda is 256516. The village spans a total geographical area of 92 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Parahanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

Google Map of Parahanda

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Parahanda

Below is a concise population overview of Parahanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,445 753 692
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 256 154 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 631 332 299
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 799 484 315
Illiterate Population 646 269 377

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parahanda village:

  • The total population of Parahanda village is around 1,445, including approximately 753 males and 692 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 256 children aged 0–6 years in Parahanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Parahanda village has 631 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Parahanda village is about 55.29%, with male literacy at 64.28% and female literacy at 45.52%.
  • There are around 282 households in Parahanda village.

Connectivity of Parahanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parahanda. As per the 2011 stats, Parahanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Parahanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Parahanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parahanda.

Mahurar Bhalua Kolhaura Dhandhawa Antiya Naudiha Ilara Ratnari Dulra Bajraha Sobha Bigha

Frequently Asked Questions about Parahanda

Where is Parahanda located?
Parahanda village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parahanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Parahanda is Ilara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Parahanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parahanda is 1,445, with 753 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Parahanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parahanda village has a total of 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parahanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parahanda is 55.29%. The male literacy rate is 64.28%, while the female literacy rate is 45.52%.