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
According to the 2011 Census, Parua village had a total population of 627 people, including 304 males and 323 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.06%, with male literacy at 76.86% and female literacy at 42.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 312.
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 | 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 had a total population of 627, including 304 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Parua?
Parua had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parua was 59.06%. Male literacy was 76.86% and female literacy was 42.55%.