Para
Para is a village located in Rajnagar tehsil of Chhatarpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Rajnagar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Chhatarpur. As per 2009 stats, Para village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Para unique in its vibrant Rajnagar-Chhatarpur region. You’ll see Para’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 Para
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Para is 458010. The village spans a total geographical area of 913 hectares. Rajnagar is nearest town to Para village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Para village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rajnagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Para
Population of Para
According to the 2011 Census, Para has a total population of about 1,834, with approximately 946 males and 888 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 359 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 477 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.08%, with male literacy at about 49.26% and female literacy near 30.29%. There are around 314 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Para's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,834 | 946 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 180 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 246 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 735 | 466 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,099 | 480 | 619 |
Connectivity of Para
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Para. As per the 2011 stats, Para had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Para
Knowing the nearby villages of Para helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Para.
Frequently Asked Questions about Para
- Where is Para located?
- Para village is situated in Rajnagar Tehsil, within the Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Para?
- Para serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Para as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Para is 1,834, with 946 males and 888 females.
- How many households are there in Para as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Para village has a total of 314 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Para as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Para is 40.08%. The male literacy rate is 49.26%, while the female literacy rate is 30.29%.