Parawa - Manora, Washim
Parawa is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Parwa serves as the Village Panchayat for Parawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parawa is 531048. The village covers a total geographical area of 572.18 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Parawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parawa
According to the 2011 Census, Parawa village had a total population of 1,183 people, including 615 males and 568 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.08%, with male literacy at 91.79% and female literacy at 71.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,183 | 615 | 568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 39 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 481 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 134 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Parawa
Parawa 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 Parawa
Public transport in the Parawa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karanja to Parawa is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Parawa is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parawa 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parawa 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parawa
Where is Parawa located?
Parawa village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Parawa?
The Village Panchayat of Parawa is Parwa.
What is the pincode of Parawa?
The pincode of Parawa is 444403.
What is the population of Parawa?
Parawa had a total population of 1,183, including 615 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Parawa?
Parawa had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parawa was 82.08%. Male literacy was 91.79% and female literacy was 71.83%.