Paroa - Darlaghat, Solan
Paroa is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Solan. Patta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paroa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paroa is 020013. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Paroa 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 Paroa
As per Census 2011, Paroa village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 43 males and 29 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 674 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paroa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Paroa
Paroa 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 Paroa
Paroa 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 Solan to Paroa is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paroa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paroa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paroa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paroa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paroa
Where is Paroa located?
Paroa village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paroa?
The Gram Panchayat of Paroa is Patta.
What is the pincode of Paroa?
The pincode of Paroa is 173221.
What is the population of Paroa?
Paroa has a total population of 72, including 43 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Paroa?
There are 13 households in Paroa.
What is the literacy rate in Paroa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paroa is 66.67%. Male literacy is 74.42% and female literacy is 55.17%.