Parnal - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Parnal is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Mehri Kathla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parnal is 018896. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.17 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Parnal 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 Parnal
According to the 2011 Census, Parnal village had a total population of 419 people, including 196 males and 223 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.38%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 82.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 419 | 196 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 160 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 36 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Parnal
Parnal 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 Parnal
Parnal 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 Parnal is about 38 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 Parnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parnal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parnal
Where is Parnal located?
Parnal village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Parnal is Mehri Kathla.
What is the pincode of Parnal?
The pincode of Parnal is 174026.
What is the population of Parnal?
Parnal had a total population of 419, including 196 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Parnal?
Parnal had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parnal was 86.38%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 82.63%.