Parkhanda - Kurud, Dhamtari
Parkhanda is a village situated in the Kurud tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurud and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Parkhanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parkhanda is 446881. The village covers a total geographical area of 916.03 hectares and falls under the 493663 pincode. Kurud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Parkhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parkhanda
As per Census 2011, Parkhanda village has a total population of 3,305 people, consisting of 1,603 males and 1,702 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 1,061 females per 1,000 males. There are 517 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,041 literate and 1,264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parkhanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,305 | 1,603 | 1,702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 517 | 238 | 279 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 2,041 | 1,111 | 930 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,264 | 492 | 772 |
Nearby Villages of Parkhanda
Parkhanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sirsida | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Hardi | East | 2.79 km |
| Kuhkuha | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Sounga | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Bharda | West | 2.99 km |
| Umarda | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Maurikhurd | North | 3.69 km |
| Giroud | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Dahdaha | North-West | 3.95 km |
| Gudguda | North-East | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parkhanda
Parkhanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurud, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurud to Parkhanda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Parkhanda is about 33 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 Parkhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parkhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parkhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parkhanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parkhanda
Where is Parkhanda located?
Parkhanda village is located in Kurud Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parkhanda?
Parkhanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parkhanda?
The pincode of Parkhanda is 493663.
What is the population of Parkhanda?
Parkhanda has a total population of 3,305, including 1,603 males and 1,702 females.
How many households are there in Parkhanda?
There are 640 households in Parkhanda.
What is the literacy rate in Parkhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parkhanda is 61.75%. Male literacy is 69.31% and female literacy is 54.64%.