Parol

Parol is a village located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Parol village. As per 2009 stats, Jhiyol is the gram panchayat of Parol village.

Parol has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Parol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parol is 009599. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176001. Yol is nearest town to Parol village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Parol village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Parol

Below is a concise population overview of Parol as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 641 298 343
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 84 41 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 12 7 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 500 251 249
Illiterate Population 141 47 94

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parol village:

  • The total population of Parol village is around 641, including approximately 298 males and 343 females, with a sex ratio of 1151 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 84 children aged 0–6 years in Parol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Parol village has 12 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Parol village is about 78.00%, with male literacy at 84.23% and female literacy at 72.59%.
  • There are around 138 households in Parol village.

Connectivity of Parol

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parol. As per the 2011 stats, Parol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Parol

Knowing the nearby villages of Parol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parol.

Frequently Asked Questions about Parol

Where is Parol located?
Parol village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parol?
The Gram Panchayat of Parol is Jhiyol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Parol?
The pincode of Parol is 176001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Parol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parol is 641, with 298 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Parol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parol village has a total of 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parol is 78.00%. The male literacy rate is 84.23%, while the female literacy rate is 72.59%.