Paramala - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Paramala is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 71 km from Narasinghpur and around 122 km from Cuttack. Nuapatna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paramala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paramala is 398499. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Paramala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paramala
According to the 2011 Census, Paramala village had a total population of 151 people, including 77 males and 74 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.28%, with male literacy at 83.08% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 55 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Paramala
Paramala 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 Paramala
Paramala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Paramala is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Paramala is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paramala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paramala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paramala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paramala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paramala
Where is Paramala located?
Paramala village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paramala?
The Gram Panchayat of Paramala is Nuapatna.
What is the pincode of Paramala?
The pincode of Paramala is 754032.
What is the population of Paramala?
Paramala had a total population of 151, including 77 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Paramala?
Paramala had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paramala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paramala was 73.28%. Male literacy was 83.08% and female literacy was 63.64%.