Paroraha - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Paroraha is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Gonauli-dumra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paroraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paroraha is 216828. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.2 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paroraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narkatiaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paroraha
As per Census 2011, Paroraha village has a total population of 1,589 people, consisting of 837 males and 752 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 617 literate and 972 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paroraha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 837 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 124 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 428 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 409 | 563 |
Nearby Villages of Paroraha
Paroraha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Serukahia | South | 1.30 km |
| Gondauli | East | 2.16 km |
| Bherihawa | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Pachbhirwa | South | 2.57 km |
| Sita Pur | North | 2.64 km |
| Parsaunadih | North | 2.67 km |
| Harpur | South | 3.44 km |
| Telpur | North | 3.46 km |
| Siswania | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Barbiro | North-East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paroraha
Paroraha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Musharwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Narkatiyaganj to Paroraha is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Paroraha is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paroraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paroraha 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Paroraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paroraha 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 Paroraha
Where is Paroraha located?
Paroraha village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paroraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Paroraha is Gonauli-dumra.
What is the pincode of Paroraha?
The pincode of Paroraha is 845453.
What is the population of Paroraha?
Paroraha has a total population of 1,589, including 837 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Paroraha?
There are 297 households in Paroraha.
What is the literacy rate in Paroraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paroraha is 38.83%. Male literacy is 51.14% and female literacy is 25.13%.