Parail - Alamnagar, Madhepura
Parail is a village situated in the Alamnagar subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alamnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Khapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parail is 226182. The village covers a total geographical area of 835 hectares and falls under the 852219 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Parail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parail
According to the 2011 Census, Parail village had a total population of 6,370 people, including 3,389 males and 2,981 females, living in 1,209 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.72%, with male literacy at 56.65% and female literacy at 39.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 585.
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 | 6,370 | 3,389 | 2,981 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,327 | 697 | 630 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 585 | 335 | 250 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,457 | 1,525 | 932 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,913 | 1,864 | 2,049 |
Nearby Villages of Parail
Parail 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 Parail
Parail is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Murliganj to Parail is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Parail is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parail
Where is Parail located?
Parail village is located in Alamnagar Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parail?
The Gram Panchayat of Parail is Khapur.
What is the pincode of Parail?
The pincode of Parail is 852219.
What is the population of Parail?
Parail had a total population of 6,370, including 3,389 males and 2,981 females.
How many households are there in Parail?
Parail had 1,209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parail was 48.72%. Male literacy was 56.65% and female literacy was 39.64%.