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
According to the 2011 Census, Paroa village had a total population of 72 people, including 43 males and 29 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 674 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 72, including 43 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Paroa?
Paroa had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paroa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paroa was 75.00%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 64.00%.