Parkana
Parkana is a village located in Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mungaoli (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Ashoknagar. As per 2009 stats, Parakana is the gram panchayat of Parkana village.
Here you can discover what makes Parkana unique in its vibrant Mungaoli-Ashoknagar region. You’ll see Parkana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Parkana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parkana is 500713. The village spans a total geographical area of 721 hectares. Mungaoli is nearest town to Parkana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Parkana
Population of Parkana
According to the 2011 Census, Parkana has a total population of about 2,011, with approximately 1,045 males and 966 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 347 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 431 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 82. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.36%, with male literacy at about 67.27% and female literacy near 36.23%. There are around 364 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parkana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,011 | 1,045 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 154 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 215 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 1,053 | 703 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 958 | 342 | 616 |
Connectivity of Parkana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parkana. As per the 2011 stats, Parkana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Parkana
Knowing the nearby villages of Parkana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parkana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parkana
- Where is Parkana located?
- Parkana village is situated in Mungaoli Tehsil, within the Ashoknagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parkana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Parkana is Parakana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Parkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parkana is 2,011, with 1,045 males and 966 females.
- How many households are there in Parkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parkana village has a total of 364 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parkana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parkana is 52.36%. The male literacy rate is 67.27%, while the female literacy rate is 36.23%.