Paradgaon - Ghansawangi, Jalna
Paradgaon is a village situated in the Ghansawangi tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansawangi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Paradgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paradgaon is 547930. The village covers a total geographical area of 3457 hectares and falls under the 431207 pincode. Partur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Paradgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Paradgaon
As per Census 2011, Paradgaon village has a total population of 4,728 people, consisting of 2,412 males and 2,316 females. The village has 901 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 774 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,585 literate and 2,143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paradgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,728 | 2,412 | 2,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 774 | 426 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 208 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 43 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 2,585 | 1,460 | 1,125 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,143 | 952 | 1,191 |
Nearby Villages of Paradgaon
Paradgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deoli Partur | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Antarwala Bk. | South | 3.35 km |
| Shewga | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Deoli Ambad | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Bor Ranjani | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Pangra | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Kawjawala | North-East | 4.14 km |
| Masla | East | 4.29 km |
| Pangra Tandi | South-West | 5.02 km |
| Yewala | West | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paradgaon
Public transport in the Paradgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paradgaon, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Partur to Paradgaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Paradgaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paradgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paradgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paradgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paradgaon 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 Paradgaon
Where is Paradgaon located?
Paradgaon village is located in Ghansawangi Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paradgaon?
Paradgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paradgaon?
The pincode of Paradgaon is 431207.
What is the population of Paradgaon?
Paradgaon has a total population of 4,728, including 2,412 males and 2,316 females.
How many households are there in Paradgaon?
There are 901 households in Paradgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Paradgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paradgaon is 54.67%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 48.58%.