Paralnar - Orchha, Narayanpur
Paralnar is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Hikul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paralnar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paralnar is 450054. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Paralnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paralnar
As per Census 2011, Paralnar village has a total population of 171 people, consisting of 86 males and 85 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paralnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 171 | 86 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 86 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 53 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Paralnar
Paralnar 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 Paralnar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paralnar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Paralnar is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paralnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paralnar 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 Paralnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paralnar 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 Paralnar
Where is Paralnar located?
Paralnar village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paralnar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paralnar is Hikul.
What is the pincode of Paralnar?
The pincode of Paralnar is 494661.
What is the population of Paralnar?
Paralnar has a total population of 171, including 86 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Paralnar?
There are 33 households in Paralnar.
What is the literacy rate in Paralnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paralnar is 35.09%. Male literacy is 38.37% and female literacy is 31.76%.