Para - Ghatigaon, Gwalior
Para is a village situated in the Ghatigaon tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Gwalior and around 50 km from Gwalior. Charai Dang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 453705. The village covers a total geographical area of 897.5 hectares and falls under the 475330 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Para
According to the 2011 Census, Para village had a total population of 331 people, including 193 males and 138 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 715 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.62%, with male literacy at 57.41% and female literacy at 43.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 193 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 53 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 93 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 100 | 88 |
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 facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Para. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Para.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Gwalior to Para is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Ghatigaon Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Para is Charai Dang.
What is the pincode of Para?
The pincode of Para is 475330.
What is the population of Para?
Para had a total population of 331, including 193 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Para?
Para had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para was 51.62%. Male literacy was 57.41% and female literacy was 43.48%.