Parajaburura - Nandapur, Koraput
Parajaburura is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Nandaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parajaburura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parajaburura is 429937. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Parajaburura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parajaburura
According to the 2011 Census, Parajaburura village had a total population of 304 people, including 138 males and 166 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,203 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.32%, with male literacy at 19.05% and female literacy at 11.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 304 | 138 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 33 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 101 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 118 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Parajaburura
Parajaburura 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 Parajaburura
Parajaburura 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 >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 Sunabeda to Parajaburura is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Parajaburura is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parajaburura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parajaburura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parajaburura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parajaburura 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parajaburura
Where is Parajaburura located?
Parajaburura village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parajaburura?
The Gram Panchayat of Parajaburura is Nandaka.
What is the pincode of Parajaburura?
The pincode of Parajaburura is 764037.
What is the population of Parajaburura?
Parajaburura had a total population of 304, including 138 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Parajaburura?
Parajaburura had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parajaburura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parajaburura was 15.32%. Male literacy was 19.05% and female literacy was 11.97%.