Parkana - Mungaoli, Ashoknagar
Parkana is a village situated in the Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mungaoli and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Parakana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parkana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parkana is 500713. The village covers a total geographical area of 721 hectares and falls under the 473444 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parkana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parkana
As per Census 2011, Parkana village has a total population of 2,011 people, consisting of 1,045 males and 966 females. The village has 364 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,053 literate and 958 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 82 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parkana are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Parkana
Parkana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Khiriya | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Umariya | North | 2.72 km |
| Kukriya | West | 2.78 km |
| Dhimcholi | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Karatala | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Aspat Khedi | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Bamori (mungali) | South | 3.75 km |
| Sihora | North | 3.97 km |
| Tarai | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Chhitari | South-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parkana
Parkana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Guneru Bamori, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 124.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungaoli to Parkana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Parkana is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parkana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parkana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parkana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parkana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parkana
Where is Parkana located?
Parkana village is located in Mungaoli Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parkana?
The Gram Panchayat of Parkana is Parakana.
What is the pincode of Parkana?
The pincode of Parkana is 473444.
What is the population of Parkana?
Parkana has a total population of 2,011, including 1,045 males and 966 females.
How many households are there in Parkana?
There are 364 households in Parkana.
What is the literacy rate in Parkana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parkana is 52.36%. Male literacy is 67.27% and female literacy is 36.23%.