Parkana - Raghogarh, Guna
Parkana is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. Parkana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parkana is 499294. The village covers a total geographical area of 479 hectares and falls under the 473110 pincode. Raghogarh 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. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parkana
As per Census 2011, Parkana village has a total population of 1,509 people, consisting of 792 males and 717 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,054 literate and 455 illiterate residents. Additionally, 202 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parkana are given below:
| Category | 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 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 608 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 184 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Parkana
Parkana 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 Parkana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Parkana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Parkana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parkana
Where is Parkana located?
Parkana village is located in Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parkana?
Parkana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parkana?
The pincode of Parkana is 473110.
What is the population of Parkana?
Parkana has a total population of 1,509, including 792 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Parkana?
There are 259 households in Parkana.
What is the literacy rate in Parkana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parkana is 69.85%. Male literacy is 76.77% and female literacy is 62.20%.