Parara - Dadahu, Sirmaur
Parara is a village situated in the Dadahu tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Parara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parara is 023056. The village covers a total geographical area of 293 hectares and falls under the 173022 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Parara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parara
According to the 2011 Census, Parara village had a total population of 258 people, including 129 males and 129 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.14%, with male literacy at 93.86% and female literacy at 74.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 258 | 129 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 107 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 22 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Parara
Parara 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 Parara
Parara 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 Nahan to Parara 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 Parara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Parara
Where is Parara located?
Parara village is located in Dadahu Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parara?
Parara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parara?
The pincode of Parara is 173022.
What is the population of Parara?
Parara had a total population of 258, including 129 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Parara?
Parara had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parara was 84.14%. Male literacy was 93.86% and female literacy was 74.34%.