Paraskol - Basna, Mahasamund
Paraskol is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Dhanapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraskol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraskol is 445737. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.35 hectares and falls under the 493554 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Paraskol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraskol
As per Census 2011, Paraskol village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 124 males and 126 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 160 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 191 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paraskol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 124 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 95 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 98 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 26 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Paraskol
Paraskol 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 Paraskol
Paraskol 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basna to Paraskol is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Paraskol is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraskol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraskol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paraskol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraskol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paraskol
Where is Paraskol located?
Paraskol village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraskol?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraskol is Dhanapali.
What is the pincode of Paraskol?
The pincode of Paraskol is 493554.
What is the population of Paraskol?
Paraskol has a total population of 250, including 124 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Paraskol?
There are 69 households in Paraskol.
What is the literacy rate in Paraskol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraskol is 64.00%. Male literacy is 79.03% and female literacy is 49.21%.