Paristan - Pogal Paristan, Ramban
Paristan is a village situated in the Pogal Paristan tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 34 km from Banihal and around 45 km from Ramban. Paristan village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paristan is 004547. The village covers a total geographical area of 1127.1 hectares and falls under the 182145 pincode. Banihal is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Paristan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banihal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paristan
According to the 2011 Census, Paristan village had a total population of 2,976 people, including 1,535 males and 1,441 females, living in 560 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.00%, with male literacy at 67.12% and female literacy at 22.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
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 | 2,976 | 1,535 | 1,441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 752 | 367 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 1,023 | 784 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,953 | 751 | 1,202 |
Nearby Villages of Paristan
Paristan 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 Paristan
Paristan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Banihal to Paristan is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ramban to Paristan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paristan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paristan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paristan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paristan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paristan
Where is Paristan located?
Paristan village is located in Pogal Paristan Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Paristan?
Paristan is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paristan?
The pincode of Paristan is 182145.
What is the population of Paristan?
Paristan had a total population of 2,976, including 1,535 males and 1,441 females.
How many households are there in Paristan?
Paristan had 560 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paristan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paristan was 46.00%. Male literacy was 67.12% and female literacy was 22.63%.