Parapur
Parapur is a village located in Lohandiguda tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Lohandiguda (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Parapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Parapur unique in its vibrant Lohandiguda-Bastar region. You’ll see Parapur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Parapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parapur is 449194. The village spans a total geographical area of 2384.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493992. Jagdalpur is nearest town to Parapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Parapur
Population of Parapur
According to the 2011 Census, Parapur has a total population of about 2,653, with approximately 1,332 males and 1,321 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 469 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,116. The overall literacy rate is approximately 27.44%, with male literacy at about 33.26% and female literacy near 21.57%. There are around 616 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,653 | 1,332 | 1,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 228 | 241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,116 | 1,053 | 1,063 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 443 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,925 | 889 | 1,036 |
Connectivity of Parapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parapur. As per the 2011 stats, Parapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Parapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Parapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parapur
- Where is Parapur located?
- Parapur village is situated in Lohandiguda Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parapur?
- Parapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Parapur?
- The pincode of Parapur is 493992, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parapur is 2,653, with 1,332 males and 1,321 females.
- How many households are there in Parapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parapur village has a total of 616 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parapur is 27.44%. The male literacy rate is 33.26%, while the female literacy rate is 21.57%.