Parapadar - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Parapadar is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 61 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Pandapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parapadar is 423074. The village covers a total geographical area of 418 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Parapadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parapadar
As per Census 2011, Parapadar village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 195 males and 174 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 274 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 195 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 148 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 97 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 98 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Parapadar
Parapadar 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 Parapadar
Parapadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Parapadar is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parapadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parapadar
Where is Parapadar located?
Parapadar village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Parapadar is Pandapadar.
What is the pincode of Parapadar?
The pincode of Parapadar is 766020.
What is the population of Parapadar?
Parapadar has a total population of 369, including 195 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Parapadar?
There are 82 households in Parapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Parapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parapadar is 30.89%. Male literacy is 49.74% and female literacy is 9.77%.