Parnala - Limbdi, Surendranagar
Parnala is a village situated in the Limbdi taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Limbdi and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Parnala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parnala is 512548. The village covers a total geographical area of 3443.84 hectares and falls under the 363427 pincode. Limbdi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Parnala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parnala
As per Census 2011, Parnala village has a total population of 3,812 people, consisting of 2,000 males and 1,812 females. The village has 703 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 598 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,852 literate and 1,960 illiterate residents. Additionally, 263 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 582 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parnala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,812 | 2,000 | 1,812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 598 | 316 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 127 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 582 | 298 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 1,852 | 1,186 | 666 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,960 | 814 | 1,146 |
Nearby Villages of Parnala
Parnala 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 Parnala
Public transport in the Parnala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Parnala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Limbdi to Parnala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Parnala is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parnala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parnala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parnala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parnala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parnala
Where is Parnala located?
Parnala village is located in Limbdi Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parnala?
Parnala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parnala?
The pincode of Parnala is 363427.
What is the population of Parnala?
Parnala has a total population of 3,812, including 2,000 males and 1,812 females.
How many households are there in Parnala?
There are 703 households in Parnala.
What is the literacy rate in Parnala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parnala is 48.58%. Male literacy is 59.30% and female literacy is 36.75%.