Paragwal - Ranka, Garhwa
Paragwal is a village situated in the Ranka subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pargawal and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Dudhwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paragwal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paragwal is 347840. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.83 hectares and falls under the 822125 pincode. Garhwa is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Paragwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Paragwal
Paragwal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawadih | South | 1.13 km |
| Salwahi | North | 1.39 km |
| Sikat | West | 1.47 km |
| Jun | East | 1.80 km |
| Puregara | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Khaparmunda | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Parsukhar | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Besri Khari Alias Besri | North | 3.30 km |
| Hetar | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Makhatu | South-East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paragwal
The nearest railway station is Meralgram, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 150.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garhwa to Paragwal is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Paragwal
Where is Paragwal located?
Paragwal village is located in Ranka Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paragwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Paragwal is Dudhwal.
What is the pincode of Paragwal?
The pincode of Paragwal is 822125.