Parain - Makridi, Mandi
Parain is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 92 km from Mandi. Langna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parain is 013328. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.55 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Parain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parain
According to the 2011 Census, Parain village had a total population of 341 people, including 164 males and 177 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.11%, with male literacy at 95.33% and female literacy at 69.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 153.
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 | 341 | 164 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 143 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 21 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Parain
Parain 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 Parain
Parain 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Parain is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parain
Where is Parain located?
Parain village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parain?
The Gram Panchayat of Parain is Langna.
What is the pincode of Parain?
The pincode of Parain is 175015.
What is the population of Parain?
Parain had a total population of 341, including 164 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Parain?
Parain had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parain was 82.11%. Male literacy was 95.33% and female literacy was 69.94%.