Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) - Arang, Raipur
Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Deortilda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) is 444432. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.34 hectares and falls under the 493225 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)
According to the 2011 Census, Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) village had a total population of 790 people, including 402 males and 388 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.38%, with male literacy at 80.12% and female literacy at 54.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 445.
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 | 790 | 402 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 445 | 233 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 262 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 140 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)
Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chakwe | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Ghorbhatti | North | 1.91 km |
| Deortilda | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Kosrangi | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Parsada-2 (parsada) | South | 3.14 km |
| Korasi | East | 3.32 km |
| Bhejridih | North | 3.50 km |
| Chorbhatti | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Kanki | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Bhainsa | North | 4.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Paraswani-2 (Paraswani). The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) 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 Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) 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 Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)
Where is Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) located?
Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) is Deortilda.
What is the pincode of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)?
The pincode of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) is 493225.
What is the population of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)?
Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) had a total population of 790, including 402 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)?
Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraswani-2 (Paraswani)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraswani-2 (Paraswani) was 67.38%. Male literacy was 80.12% and female literacy was 54.71%.