Parada - Ambad, Jalna
Parada is a village situated in the Ambad tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambad and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Parada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parada is 547837. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070 hectares and falls under the 431204 pincode. Ambad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Parada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghansawangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Parbhani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parada
As per Census 2011, Parada village has a total population of 2,346 people, consisting of 1,208 males and 1,138 females. The village has 462 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 370 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,312 literate and 1,034 illiterate residents. Additionally, 400 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,346 | 1,208 | 1,138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 370 | 191 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 400 | 207 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 754 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,034 | 454 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Parada
Parada 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 Parada
Parada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambad to Parada is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Parada is about 73 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 Parada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parada
Where is Parada located?
Parada village is located in Ambad Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parada?
Parada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parada?
The pincode of Parada is 431204.
What is the population of Parada?
Parada has a total population of 2,346, including 1,208 males and 1,138 females.
How many households are there in Parada?
There are 462 households in Parada.
What is the literacy rate in Parada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parada is 55.92%. Male literacy is 62.42% and female literacy is 49.03%.