Paral - Goilkera, West Singhbhum
Paral is a village situated in the Goilkera subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 58 km from Chakardharpur and around 87 km from Chaibasa. Gamharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paral is 377612. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.65 hectares and falls under the 833103 pincode.
Paral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paral
As per Census 2011, Paral village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 161 males and 157 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 316 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 161 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 160 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 83 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 78 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Paral
Paral 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 Paral
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Paral.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chaibasa to Paral is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paral
Where is Paral located?
Paral village is located in Goilkera Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paral?
The Gram Panchayat of Paral is Gamharia.
What is the pincode of Paral?
The pincode of Paral is 833103.
What is the population of Paral?
Paral has a total population of 318, including 161 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Paral?
There are 61 households in Paral.
What is the literacy rate in Paral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paral is 38.68%. Male literacy is 51.55% and female literacy is 25.48%.