Paraghat
About Paraghat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paraghat village is 438839. Paraghat village is located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Paraghat village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 697.83 hectares. Paraghat has a total population of 2,911 peoples, out of which male population is 1,477 while female population is 1,434. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paraghat village is 55.31% out of which 64.93% males and 45.40% females are literate. There are about 647 houses in paraghat village. Pincode of paraghat village locality is 495550.
When it comes to administration, Paraghat village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Paraghat village comes under Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency. Bilaspur is nearest town to paraghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Paraghat
The population details of Paraghat cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,911 | 1,477 | 1,434 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 435 | 216 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,168 | 598 | 570 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,610 | 959 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,301 | 518 | 783 |
Connectivity of Paraghat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paraghat
Where is Paraghat located?
Paraghat village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraghat?
Paraghat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Paraghat?
The pincode of Paraghat is 495550, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paraghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paraghat is 2,911, with 1,477 males and 1,434 females.
How many households are there in Paraghat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paraghat village has a total of 647 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraghat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paraghat is 55.31%. The male literacy rate is 64.93%, while the female literacy rate is 45.40%.