Parla - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Parla is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Parla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parla is 435971. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.66 hectares and falls under the 495448 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Parla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parla
According to the 2011 Census, Parla village had a total population of 1,378 people, including 694 males and 684 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.16%, with male literacy at 72.79% and female literacy at 48.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 814.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,378 | 694 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 128 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 814 | 397 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 677 | 412 | 265 |
| Illiterate Population | 701 | 282 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Parla
Parla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Parla
Parla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Katghora to Parla is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Parla is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Parla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parla
Where is Parla located?
Parla village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parla?
Parla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parla?
The pincode of Parla is 495448.
What is the population of Parla?
Parla had a total population of 1,378, including 694 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Parla?
Parla had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parla was 61.16%. Male literacy was 72.79% and female literacy was 48.98%.