Paprola - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Paprola is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhulswai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paprola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paprola is 019035. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.33 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Paprola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paprola
According to the 2011 Census, Paprola village had a total population of 97 people, including 45 males and 52 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.89%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 80.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 97 | 45 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 3 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Paprola
Paprola 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 Paprola
Paprola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Paprola is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paprola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paprola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paprola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paprola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paprola
Where is Paprola located?
Paprola village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paprola?
The Gram Panchayat of Paprola is Bhulswai.
What is the pincode of Paprola?
The pincode of Paprola is 174026.
What is the population of Paprola?
Paprola had a total population of 97, including 45 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Paprola?
Paprola had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paprola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paprola was 88.89%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 80.85%.