Parala - Gop, Puri
Parala is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kuanpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parala is 409504. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 752004 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Parala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parala
As per Census 2011, Parala village has a total population of 418 people, consisting of 208 males and 210 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 358 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 418 | 208 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 191 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 17 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Parala
Parala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kurujanga | South-West | 0.70 km |
| Kuanpada | North | 0.92 km |
| Madaranga | North-West | 0.95 km |
| Bantaligan | West | 1.26 km |
| Kantapada | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Chadheigan | North | 1.53 km |
| Narua | East | 1.56 km |
| Alisi | South | 1.64 km |
| Nagapur | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Sujanagar | South | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parala
Parala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malatipatpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Parala is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Parala is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parala 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 Parala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parala
Where is Parala located?
Parala village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parala?
The Gram Panchayat of Parala is Kuanpada.
What is the pincode of Parala?
The pincode of Parala is 752004.
What is the population of Parala?
Parala has a total population of 418, including 208 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Parala?
There are 93 households in Parala.
What is the literacy rate in Parala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parala is 85.65%. Male literacy is 91.83% and female literacy is 79.52%.