Parabgaon - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Parabgaon is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shiroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parabgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parabgaon is 566702. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.45 hectares and falls under the 416516 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Parabgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parabgaon
As per Census 2011, Parabgaon village has a total population of 800 people, consisting of 405 males and 395 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 684 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parabgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 800 | 405 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 351 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 54 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Parabgaon
Parabgaon 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 Parabgaon
Parabgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vengurla to Parabgaon is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Parabgaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parabgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parabgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Parabgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parabgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parabgaon
Where is Parabgaon located?
Parabgaon village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parabgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Parabgaon is Shiroda.
What is the pincode of Parabgaon?
The pincode of Parabgaon is 416516.
What is the population of Parabgaon?
Parabgaon has a total population of 800, including 405 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Parabgaon?
There are 209 households in Parabgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Parabgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parabgaon is 85.50%. Male literacy is 86.67% and female literacy is 84.30%.