Paraswar - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Paraswar is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Paraswar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraswar is 502198. The village covers a total geographical area of 810.3 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Paraswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraswar
According to the 2011 Census, Paraswar village had a total population of 1,470 people, including 733 males and 737 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 83.05% and female literacy at 54.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,441.
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 | 1,470 | 733 | 737 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,441 | 716 | 725 |
| Literate Population | 889 | 534 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 581 | 199 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Paraswar
Paraswar 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 Paraswar
Paraswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Paraswar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Paraswar is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Paraswar is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paraswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paraswar
Where is Paraswar located?
Paraswar village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraswar?
Paraswar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paraswar?
The pincode of Paraswar is 484881.
What is the population of Paraswar?
Paraswar had a total population of 1,470, including 733 males and 737 females.
How many households are there in Paraswar?
Paraswar had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraswar was 68.75%. Male literacy was 83.05% and female literacy was 54.62%.