Parastola
Parastola is a village located in Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Arjuni Morgaon (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Parastola village is also a gram panchayat.
Parastola has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Parastola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parastola is 538258. The village spans a total geographical area of 1143 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Parastola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
When it comes to local governance, Parastola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Parastola
Population of Parastola
Below is a concise population overview of Parastola as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,284 | 653 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 213 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 178 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 923 | 525 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 128 | 233 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parastola village:
- The total population of Parastola village is around 1,284, including approximately 653 males and 631 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 156 children aged 0–6 years in Parastola village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Parastola village has 406 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 355 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Parastola village is about 71.88%, with male literacy at 80.40% and female literacy at 63.07%.
- There are around 324 households in Parastola village.
Connectivity of Parastola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parastola. As per the 2011 stats, Parastola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Parastola
Knowing the nearby villages of Parastola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parastola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parastola
- Where is Parastola located?
- Parastola village is situated in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parastola?
- Parastola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Parastola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parastola is 1,284, with 653 males and 631 females.
- How many households are there in Parastola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parastola village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parastola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parastola is 71.88%. The male literacy rate is 80.40%, while the female literacy rate is 63.07%.