Paraleninai - Shahuwadi, Kolhapur
Paraleninai is a village situated in the Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahuwadi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Kolhapur. Parale Ninai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraleninai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraleninai is 567018. The village covers a total geographical area of 1909 hectares and falls under the 415101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Paraleninai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahuwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraleninai
As per Census 2011, Paraleninai village has a total population of 1,628 people, consisting of 821 males and 807 females. The village has 348 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 191 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 878 literate and 750 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paraleninai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,628 | 821 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 93 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 544 | 334 |
| Illiterate Population | 750 | 277 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Paraleninai
Paraleninai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wakoli | South | 2.35 km |
| Bhendavade | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Golivane | North | 3.10 km |
| Pusarle | East | 4.14 km |
| Chandoli | South | 4.18 km |
| Lolane | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Kerle | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Warul | South | 4.97 km |
| Kandavan | North | 5.06 km |
| Altur | South-East | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paraleninai
Paraleninai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Adavali, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| 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 Malkapur to Paraleninai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kolhapur to Paraleninai is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraleninai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraleninai 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 Paraleninai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraleninai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paraleninai
Where is Paraleninai located?
Paraleninai village is located in Shahuwadi Tehsil, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraleninai?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraleninai is Parale Ninai.
What is the pincode of Paraleninai?
The pincode of Paraleninai is 415101.
What is the population of Paraleninai?
Paraleninai has a total population of 1,628, including 821 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Paraleninai?
There are 348 households in Paraleninai.
What is the literacy rate in Paraleninai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraleninai is 53.93%. Male literacy is 66.26% and female literacy is 41.39%.