Parohi - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Parohi is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parohi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parohi is 019836. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Parohi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parohi
According to the 2011 Census, Parohi village had a total population of 211 people, including 106 males and 105 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.54%, with male literacy at 87.23% and female literacy at 63.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 211 | 106 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 82 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 24 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Parohi
Parohi 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 Parohi
Parohi 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 Bilaspur to Parohi is about 16 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 Parohi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parohi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parohi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parohi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parohi
Where is Parohi located?
Parohi village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parohi?
The Gram Panchayat of Parohi is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Parohi?
The pincode of Parohi is 174001.
What is the population of Parohi?
Parohi had a total population of 211, including 106 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Parohi?
Parohi had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parohi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parohi was 75.54%. Male literacy was 87.23% and female literacy was 63.33%.