Paprana - Narag, Sirmaur
Paprana is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from Nahan. Lana Bhalta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paprana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paprana is 022877. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Paprana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paprana
According to the 2011 Census, Paprana village had a total population of 44 people, including 19 males and 25 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,316 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 2 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Paprana
Paprana 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 Paprana
Paprana 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 Paprana is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paprana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paprana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paprana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paprana 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paprana
Where is Paprana located?
Paprana village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paprana?
The Gram Panchayat of Paprana is Lana Bhalta.
What is the pincode of Paprana?
The pincode of Paprana is 173024.
What is the population of Paprana?
Paprana had a total population of 44, including 19 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Paprana?
Paprana had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paprana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paprana was 80.56%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 66.67%.