Parakheda - Sihora, Jabalpur
Parakheda is a village situated in the Sihora tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Ghugharikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parakheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parakheda is 489094. The village covers a total geographical area of 843.09 hectares and falls under the 483334 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parakheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parakheda
According to the 2011 Census, Parakheda village had a total population of 145 people, including 76 males and 69 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.11%, with male literacy at 74.60% and female literacy at 50.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 145 | 76 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Parakheda
Parakheda 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 Parakheda
Parakheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Parakheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Parakheda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parakheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parakheda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Parakheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parakheda 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 Parakheda
Where is Parakheda located?
Parakheda village is located in Sihora Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parakheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Parakheda is Ghugharikala.
What is the pincode of Parakheda?
The pincode of Parakheda is 483334.
What is the population of Parakheda?
Parakheda had a total population of 145, including 76 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Parakheda?
Parakheda had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parakheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parakheda was 63.11%. Male literacy was 74.60% and female literacy was 50.85%.