Paraswara - Vijayraghavgarh, Katni
Paraswara is a village situated in the Vijayraghavgarh tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijayraghavgarh and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Tikaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraswara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraswara is 488458. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.61 hectares and falls under the 483775 pincode. Vijayraghavgarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paraswara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paraswara
According to the 2011 Census, Paraswara village had a total population of 230 people, including 116 males and 114 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.50%, with male literacy at 97.94% and female literacy at 83.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 230 | 116 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 21 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Paraswara
Paraswara 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
Paraswara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Vijayraghavgarh to Paraswara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Paraswara is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraswara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraswara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paraswara
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paraswara
Where is Paraswara located?
Paraswara village is located in Vijayraghavgarh Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paraswara?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraswara is Tikaria.
What is the pincode of Paraswara?
The pincode of Paraswara is 483775.
What is the population of Paraswara?
Paraswara had a total population of 230, including 116 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Paraswara?
Paraswara had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraswara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraswara was 90.50%. Male literacy was 97.94% and female literacy was 83.50%.