Para - Reamal, Deogarh
Para is a village situated in the Reamal tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Kundheigola and around 75 km from Debagarh. Para village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 383217. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 768109 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 56 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 Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Para
According to the 2011 Census, Para village had a total population of 1,285 people, including 657 males and 628 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.41%, with male literacy at 88.42% and female literacy at 59.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 398, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 1,285 | 657 | 628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 210 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 852 | 519 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 138 | 295 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anugul to Para is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Para is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Reamal Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Para?
Para is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Para?
The pincode of Para is 768109.
What is the population of Para?
Para had a total population of 1,285, including 657 males and 628 females.
How many households are there in Para?
Para had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para was 74.41%. Male literacy was 88.42% and female literacy was 59.68%.