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
As per Census 2011, Parla village has a total population of 1,378 people, consisting of 694 males and 684 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 271 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 677 literate and 701 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 814 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parla are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,378, including 694 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Parla?
There are 352 households in Parla.
What is the literacy rate in Parla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parla is 49.13%. Male literacy is 59.37% and female literacy is 38.74%.