Para - Pohri, Shivpuri
Para is a village situated in the Pohri tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pohri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Mahaloni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 455179. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 473775 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 70 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 Pohari 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 572 people, including 306 males and 266 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.48%, with male literacy at 60.39% and female literacy at 37.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 317.
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 | 572 | 306 | 266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 173 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 154 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 152 | 183 |
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 >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 <5 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 Shivpuri to Para is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 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 2-5 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 Pohri Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Para is Mahaloni.
What is the pincode of Para?
The pincode of Para is 473775.
What is the population of Para?
Para had a total population of 572, including 306 males and 266 females.
How many households are there in Para?
Para had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para was 49.48%. Male literacy was 60.39% and female literacy was 37.05%.