Parala - Theog, Shimla
Parala is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sainj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parala is 025098. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.21 hectares and falls under the 171220 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Parala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parala
According to the 2011 Census, Parala village had a total population of 216 people, including 111 males and 105 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.41%, with male literacy at 90.72% and female literacy at 70.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
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 | 216 | 111 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 88 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 23 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Parala
Parala 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 Parala
Parala 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 Shimla to Parala is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parala 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parala
Where is Parala located?
Parala village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parala?
The Gram Panchayat of Parala is Sainj.
What is the pincode of Parala?
The pincode of Parala is 171220.
What is the population of Parala?
Parala had a total population of 216, including 111 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Parala?
Parala had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parala was 80.41%. Male literacy was 90.72% and female literacy was 70.10%.