Paroi - Arki, Solan
Paroi is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Chaiyandhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paroi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paroi is 020217. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 173208 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Paroi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paroi
As per Census 2011, Paroi village has a total population of 178 people, consisting of 91 males and 87 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paroi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 67 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Paroi
Paroi 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 Paroi
Paroi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Paroi 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 Paroi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paroi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paroi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paroi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paroi
Where is Paroi located?
Paroi village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paroi?
The Gram Panchayat of Paroi is Chaiyandhar.
What is the pincode of Paroi?
The pincode of Paroi is 173208.
What is the population of Paroi?
Paroi has a total population of 178, including 91 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Paroi?
There are 32 households in Paroi.
What is the literacy rate in Paroi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paroi is 74.72%. Male literacy is 73.63% and female literacy is 75.86%.