Parashan

Parashan is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 112km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Parashan village. As per 2009 stats, Bhareri is the gram panchayat of Parashan village.

Parashan has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Parashan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parashan is 023807. The village spans a total geographical area of 46.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172027. Narkanda is nearest town to Parashan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Parashan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 179 90 89
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 8 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 122 66 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 115 65 50
Illiterate Population 64 25 39

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

  • The total population of Parashan village is around 179, including approximately 90 males and 89 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Parashan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Parashan village has 122 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Parashan village is about 64.25%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 56.18%.
  • There are around 37 households in Parashan village.

Connectivity of Parashan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parashan. As per the 2011 stats, Parashan 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 Parashan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Parashan

Where is Parashan located?
Parashan village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parashan?
The Gram Panchayat of Parashan is Bhareri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Parashan?
The pincode of Parashan is 172027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Parashan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parashan is 179, with 90 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Parashan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parashan village has a total of 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parashan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parashan is 64.25%. The male literacy rate is 72.22%, while the female literacy rate is 56.18%.