Parua

Parua is a village located in Balrampur subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Balrampur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Rampur Hardar is the gram panchayat of Parua village.

Parua has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Parua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parua is 224784. The village spans a total geographical area of 227.23 hectares. Dalkhola(w.b.) is nearest town to Parua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 59km away.

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Population of Parua

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,620 843 777
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 404 221 183
Scheduled Castes (SC) 187 101 86
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 214 113 101
Literate Population 678 408 270
Illiterate Population 942 435 507

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

  • The total population of Parua village is around 1,620, including approximately 843 males and 777 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 404 children aged 0–6 years in Parua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Parua village has 187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 214 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Parua village is about 41.85%, with male literacy at 48.40% and female literacy at 34.75%.
  • There are around 321 households in Parua village.

Connectivity of Parua

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

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

Nearby Villages of Parua

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Parua

Where is Parua located?
Parua village is situated in Balrampur Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parua?
The Gram Panchayat of Parua is Rampur Hardar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Parua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parua is 1,620, with 843 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Parua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parua village has a total of 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parua is 41.85%. The male literacy rate is 48.40%, while the female literacy rate is 34.75%.