Parra - Bardez, North Goa
Parra is a village situated in the Bardez taluka of North Goa district, Goa. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mapusa and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Panaji. Parra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parra is 626675. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.48 hectares and falls under the 403510 pincode.
Parra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Calangute Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the North Goa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parra
As per Census 2011, Parra village has a total population of 4,449 people, consisting of 2,174 males and 2,275 females. The village has 1,067 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 407 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,695 literate and 754 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,449 | 2,174 | 2,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 407 | 210 | 197 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 3,695 | 1,860 | 1,835 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 314 | 440 |
Nearby Villages of Parra
Parra 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 Parra
Parra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Panaji to Parra is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parra
Where is Parra located?
Parra village is located in Bardez Taluka, North Goa district, Goa, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parra?
Parra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parra?
The pincode of Parra is 403510.
What is the population of Parra?
Parra has a total population of 4,449, including 2,174 males and 2,275 females.
How many households are there in Parra?
There are 1,067 households in Parra.
What is the literacy rate in Parra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parra is 83.05%. Male literacy is 85.56% and female literacy is 80.66%.