Parua - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Parua is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Raighar and around 90 km from Nabarangapur . Parua village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parua is 427249. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 764088 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Parua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parua
As per Census 2011, Parua village has a total population of 627 people, consisting of 304 males and 323 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 313 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 312 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 627 | 304 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 146 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 196 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 108 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Parua
Parua 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 Parua
Parua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Umarkote to Parua is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Parua is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parua
Where is Parua located?
Parua village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parua?
Parua is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parua?
The pincode of Parua is 764088.
What is the population of Parua?
Parua has a total population of 627, including 304 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Parua?
There are 139 households in Parua.
What is the literacy rate in Parua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parua is 49.92%. Male literacy is 64.47% and female literacy is 36.22%.