Paraswara Kalan - Barhi, Katni
Paraswara Kalan is a village situated in the Barhi tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barhi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Paraswara Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraswara Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraswara Kalan is 488295. The village covers a total geographical area of 458.46 hectares and falls under the 483770 pincode. Barhi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paraswara Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paraswara Kalan
As per Census 2011, Paraswara Kalan village has a total population of 1,780 people, consisting of 916 males and 864 females. The village has 414 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 218 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,162 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 181 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paraswara Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,780 | 916 | 864 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 114 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 88 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 1,162 | 701 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 215 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Paraswara Kalan
Paraswara Kalan 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 Paraswara Kalan
Paraswara Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Paraswara Kalan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barhi to Paraswara Kalan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Paraswara Kalan is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraswara Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraswara Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paraswara Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraswara Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Paraswara Kalan
Where is Paraswara Kalan located?
Paraswara Kalan village is located in Barhi Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraswara Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraswara Kalan is Paraswara Kala.
What is the pincode of Paraswara Kalan?
The pincode of Paraswara Kalan is 483770.
What is the population of Paraswara Kalan?
Paraswara Kalan has a total population of 1,780, including 916 males and 864 females.
How many households are there in Paraswara Kalan?
There are 414 households in Paraswara Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Paraswara Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraswara Kalan is 65.28%. Male literacy is 76.53% and female literacy is 53.36%.