Paraskol - Baramkela, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Paraskol is a village situated in the Baramkela tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from Baramkela and around 77 km from Raigarh. Gourdih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraskol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraskol is 435800. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.6 hectares and falls under the 496554 pincode. Sohela (odisa) is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraskol
As per Census 2011, Paraskol village has a total population of 345 people, consisting of 159 males and 186 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,169 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paraskol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 159 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 17 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 25 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 37 | 59 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paraskol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sohela (odisa) to Paraskol is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Paraskol is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paraskol
Where is Paraskol located?
Paraskol village is located in Baramkela Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraskol?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraskol is Gourdih.
What is the pincode of Paraskol?
The pincode of Paraskol is 496554.
What is the population of Paraskol?
Paraskol has a total population of 345, including 159 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Paraskol?
There are 75 households in Paraskol.
What is the literacy rate in Paraskol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraskol is 72.17%. Male literacy is 76.73% and female literacy is 68.28%.