Paraswani - Arang, Raipur
Paraswani is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Majitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraswani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraswani is 444422. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.13 hectares and falls under the 493225 pincode. Kharora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Paraswani village had a total population of 573 people, including 281 males and 292 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.92%, with male literacy at 75.22% and female literacy at 45.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 573 | 281 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 51 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 173 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 108 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Paraswani
Paraswani 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 Paraswani
Paraswani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Kharora to Paraswani is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paraswani
Where is Paraswani located?
Paraswani village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paraswani?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraswani is Majitha.
What is the pincode of Paraswani?
The pincode of Paraswani is 493225.
What is the population of Paraswani?
Paraswani had a total population of 573, including 281 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Paraswani?
Paraswani had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraswani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraswani was 59.92%. Male literacy was 75.22% and female literacy was 45.49%.