Parkana
Parkana is a village located in Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Raghogarh. Guna is the district headquarter of Parkana village. As per 2009 stats, Parkana village is also a gram panchayat.
Parkana has its own place in the vibrant Guna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Parkana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parkana is 499294. The village spans a total geographical area of 479 hectares. Raghogarh is nearest town to Parkana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Parkana 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 Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Parkana
Population of Parkana
Below is a concise population overview of Parkana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,509 | 792 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 120 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 107 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 608 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 184 | 271 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parkana village:
- The total population of Parkana village is around 1,509, including approximately 792 males and 717 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 221 children aged 0–6 years in Parkana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Parkana village has 202 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Parkana village is about 69.85%, with male literacy at 76.77% and female literacy at 62.20%.
- There are around 259 households in Parkana village.
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 |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
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 Raghogarh Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parkana?
- Parkana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Parkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parkana is 1,509, with 792 males and 717 females.
- How many households are there in Parkana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parkana village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parkana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parkana is 69.85%. The male literacy rate is 76.77%, while the female literacy rate is 62.20%.