Para - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Para is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Para village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 458150. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.7 hectares and falls under the 471313 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Para
As per Census 2011, Para village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 270 males and 259 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 270 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 111 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 141 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 129 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Para
Para 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 Para
Public transport in the Para is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Para.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Para is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Para is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Para?
Para is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Para?
The pincode of Para is 471313.
What is the population of Para?
Para has a total population of 529, including 270 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Para?
There are 107 households in Para.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para is 48.02%. Male literacy is 52.22% and female literacy is 43.63%.