Parla - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Parla is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Parla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parla is 423976. The village covers a total geographical area of 1022 hectares and falls under the 766103 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Parla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parla
As per Census 2011, Parla village has a total population of 3,543 people, consisting of 1,792 males and 1,751 females. The village has 963 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 507 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,668 literate and 1,875 illiterate residents. Additionally, 746 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 296 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,543 | 1,792 | 1,751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 507 | 277 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 746 | 355 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 146 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 1,668 | 1,038 | 630 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,875 | 754 | 1,121 |
Nearby Villages of Parla
Parla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lachhipur | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Semla | North | 2.53 km |
| Khuntia | South | 2.81 km |
| Ambaguda | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Tentulipada | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Jayantapur | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Kadalimunda | North-West | 3.84 km |
| Ghumer | East | 3.93 km |
| Pipala | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Sardhapur | South | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parla
Parla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.5 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Parla is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Parla is about 65 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 Parla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parla
Where is Parla located?
Parla village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parla?
Parla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parla?
The pincode of Parla is 766103.
What is the population of Parla?
Parla has a total population of 3,543, including 1,792 males and 1,751 females.
How many households are there in Parla?
There are 963 households in Parla.
What is the literacy rate in Parla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parla is 47.08%. Male literacy is 57.92% and female literacy is 35.98%.