Paralput - Nandapur, Koraput
Paralput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Nandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paralput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paralput is 429862. The village covers a total geographical area of 129 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Paralput 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 Paralput
As per Census 2011, Paralput village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 79 males and 82 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paralput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 35 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 44 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Paralput
Paralput 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 Paralput
Public transport in the Paralput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Paralput.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Paralput is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Paralput is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paralput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paralput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paralput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paralput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Paralput
Where is Paralput located?
Paralput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paralput?
The Gram Panchayat of Paralput is Nandapur.
What is the pincode of Paralput?
The pincode of Paralput is 764037.
What is the population of Paralput?
Paralput has a total population of 161, including 79 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Paralput?
There are 48 households in Paralput.
What is the literacy rate in Paralput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paralput is 31.68%. Male literacy is 44.30% and female literacy is 19.51%.