Paragaon Khurd
Paragaon Khurd is a village located in Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dongargarh (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Paragaonkhurd is the gram panchayat of Paragaon Khurd village.
Here you can discover what makes Paragaon Khurd unique in its vibrant Dongargarh-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Paragaon Khurd’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Paragaon Khurd
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paragaon Khurd is 440592. The village spans a total geographical area of 622.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493885. Rajnandgaon is nearest town to Paragaon Khurd village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Paragaon Khurd
Population of Paragaon Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Paragaon Khurd has a total population of about 1,481, with approximately 742 males and 739 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 202 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.79%, with male literacy at about 76.01% and female literacy near 59.54%. There are around 306 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paragaon Khurd's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,481 | 742 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 104 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,004 | 564 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 477 | 178 | 299 |
Connectivity of Paragaon Khurd
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paragaon Khurd. As per the 2011 stats, Paragaon Khurd had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paragaon Khurd
Knowing the nearby villages of Paragaon Khurd helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paragaon Khurd.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paragaon Khurd
- Where is Paragaon Khurd located?
- Paragaon Khurd village is situated in Dongargarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paragaon Khurd?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paragaon Khurd is Paragaonkhurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paragaon Khurd?
- The pincode of Paragaon Khurd is 493885, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paragaon Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paragaon Khurd is 1,481, with 742 males and 739 females.
- How many households are there in Paragaon Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paragaon Khurd village has a total of 306 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paragaon Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paragaon Khurd is 67.79%. The male literacy rate is 76.01%, while the female literacy rate is 59.54%.