Parakhand

Parakhand is a village located in Chandanpur tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Chandanpur (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Kanheibidyadharpur is the gram panchayat of Parakhand village.

Parakhand has its own place in the vibrant Puri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Parakhand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parakhand is 409783. The village spans a total geographical area of 69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752012. Puri is nearest town to Parakhand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Parakhand village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Puri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Parakhand

Below is a concise population overview of Parakhand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 109 56 53
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 10 4 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 59 28 31
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 68 44 24
Illiterate Population 41 12 29

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parakhand village:

  • The total population of Parakhand village is around 109, including approximately 56 males and 53 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 10 children aged 0–6 years in Parakhand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Parakhand village has 59 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Parakhand village is about 62.39%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 45.28%.
  • There are around 22 households in Parakhand village.

Connectivity of Parakhand

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parakhand. As per the 2011 stats, Parakhand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Parakhand

Knowing the nearby villages of Parakhand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parakhand.

Kuliapada Atharpa Kalikanuapada Sujanapur Siruli Khamar Kurunti Hantuk Pratap Purusottampur Kerandipur Singmapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Parakhand

Where is Parakhand located?
Parakhand village is situated in Chandanpur Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parakhand?
The Gram Panchayat of Parakhand is Kanheibidyadharpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Parakhand?
The pincode of Parakhand is 752012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Parakhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parakhand is 109, with 56 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Parakhand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parakhand village has a total of 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parakhand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parakhand is 62.39%. The male literacy rate is 78.57%, while the female literacy rate is 45.28%.