Paraswar - Bahari, Sidhi
Paraswar is a village situated in the Bahari tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from Sihawal and around 40 km from Sidhi. Dadhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraswar is 502967. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 486675 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Paraswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraswar
According to the 2011 Census, Paraswar village had a total population of 969 people, including 492 males and 477 females, living in 185 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.30%, with male literacy at 74.34% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 211.
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 | 969 | 492 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 75 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 310 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 182 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Paraswar
Paraswar 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 Paraswar
Paraswar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sidhi to Paraswar is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paraswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraswar 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 Paraswar
Where is Paraswar located?
Paraswar village is located in Bahari Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraswar is Dadhiya.
What is the pincode of Paraswar?
The pincode of Paraswar is 486675.
What is the population of Paraswar?
Paraswar had a total population of 969, including 492 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Paraswar?
Paraswar had 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraswar was 62.30%. Male literacy was 74.34% and female literacy was 50.00%.