Parond - Baderajpur, Kondagaon
Parond is a village situated in the Baderajpur tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Visrampuree and around 133 km from Jagdalpur. Parond village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parond is 448623. The village covers a total geographical area of 769.82 hectares and falls under the 494347 pincode. Visrampuree is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Parond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parond
As per Census 2011, Parond village has a total population of 1,345 people, consisting of 662 males and 683 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 674 literate and 671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,055 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,345 | 662 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 83 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,055 | 523 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 674 | 397 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 671 | 265 | 406 |
Nearby Villages of Parond
Parond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lihagaon | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Honawandi | North | 2.65 km |
| Khajrawand | West | 2.87 km |
| Udidgaon | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Kurrubhat | North | 3.96 km |
| Amgaon | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Chichadi | East | 4.50 km |
| Machali | North-East | 4.70 km |
| Badagaon | North | 5.24 km |
| Pendrawand | North | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parond
Parond is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 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 Visrampuree to Parond is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Parond is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parond 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parond
Where is Parond located?
Parond village is located in Baderajpur Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parond?
Parond is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parond?
The pincode of Parond is 494347.
What is the population of Parond?
Parond has a total population of 1,345, including 662 males and 683 females.
How many households are there in Parond?
There are 272 households in Parond.
What is the literacy rate in Parond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parond is 50.11%. Male literacy is 59.97% and female literacy is 40.56%.