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.
Parapur has its own place in the vibrant Bastar 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Parapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parapur village:
- The total population of Parapur village is around 2,653, including approximately 1,332 males and 1,321 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 469 children aged 0–6 years in Parapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Parapur village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,116 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Parapur village is about 27.44%, with male literacy at 33.26% and female literacy at 21.57%.
- There are around 616 households in Parapur village.
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%.