Parapadar - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Parapadar is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parapadar is 428607. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 70 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 Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parapadar
As per Census 2011, Parapadar village has a total population of 1,152 people, consisting of 519 males and 633 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 1,219 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 423 literate and 729 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 928 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parapadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,152 | 519 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 83 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 928 | 369 | 559 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 270 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 249 | 480 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Parapadar is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Parapadar is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parapadar
Where is Parapadar located?
Parapadar village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Parapadar is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Parapadar?
The pincode of Parapadar is 764014.
What is the population of Parapadar?
Parapadar has a total population of 1,152, including 519 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Parapadar?
There are 189 households in Parapadar.
What is the literacy rate in Parapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parapadar is 36.72%. Male literacy is 52.02% and female literacy is 24.17%.