Parali - Durgkondal, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Parali is a village situated in the Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Durgkondal and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Mangahoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parali is 447717. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.77 hectares and falls under the 494635 pincode. Bhanupratappur is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Parali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parali
As per Census 2011, Parali village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 146 males and 142 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 146 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 109 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 72 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 74 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Parali
Parali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kosparali | South | 2.23 km |
| Udumgaon | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Irakbutta | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Hureli | North | 2.92 km |
| Manghur | East | 3.32 km |
| Khedegaon | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Khairkatta | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Dorde | North | 4.48 km |
| Ram Nagar | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Pachangi | South | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Parali. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.0 km.
| 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 Bhanupratappur to Parali is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Parali is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parali 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 Parali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parali 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 Parali
Where is Parali located?
Parali village is located in Durgkondal Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parali?
The Gram Panchayat of Parali is Mangahoor.
What is the pincode of Parali?
The pincode of Parali is 494635.
What is the population of Parali?
Parali has a total population of 288, including 146 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Parali?
There are 74 households in Parali.
What is the literacy rate in Parali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parali is 42.71%. Male literacy is 49.32% and female literacy is 35.92%.