Parai - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Parai is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Parai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parai is 503541. The village covers a total geographical area of 1293.75 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Sidhi is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Parai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parai
As per Census 2011, Parai village has a total population of 4,958 people, consisting of 2,541 males and 2,417 females. The village has 1,043 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 977 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,371 literate and 2,587 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,073 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,958 | 2,541 | 2,417 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 977 | 498 | 479 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 167 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,073 | 1,054 | 1,019 |
| Literate Population | 2,371 | 1,433 | 938 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,587 | 1,108 | 1,479 |
Nearby Villages of Parai
Parai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Basahi | North | 2.28 km |
| Redi | South | 3.09 km |
| Karthua | South-West | 3.86 km |
| Bharra | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Khurmucha | North | 4.87 km |
| Dhawai | East | 4.90 km |
| Parma | South-East | 5.11 km |
| Jhokho | West | 5.42 km |
| Sihuliya | North-West | 6.01 km |
| Khamhariya Khurd | South-West | 6.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parai
Parai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bargawan, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Parai is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Parai is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parai
Where is Parai located?
Parai village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parai?
Parai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parai?
The pincode of Parai is 486882.
What is the population of Parai?
Parai has a total population of 4,958, including 2,541 males and 2,417 females.
How many households are there in Parai?
There are 1,043 households in Parai.
What is the literacy rate in Parai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parai is 47.82%. Male literacy is 56.40% and female literacy is 38.81%.