Para - Kantamal, Boudh
Para is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Manamunda and around 67 km from Baudh. Palasagora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Para village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 418067. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 762030 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Para
As per Census 2011, Para village has a total population of 702 people, consisting of 357 males and 345 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 43 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 357 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 46 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 112 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 279 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 78 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Para
Para 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 Para
Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sonapur to Para is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Para is about 67 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 Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Para 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Para?
The Gram Panchayat of Para is Palasagora.
What is the pincode of Para?
The pincode of Para is 762030.
What is the population of Para?
Para has a total population of 702, including 357 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Para?
There are 162 households in Para.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para is 66.81%. Male literacy is 78.15% and female literacy is 55.07%.