Parala - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Parala is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Berhampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parala is 410158. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 48 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 Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parala
As per Census 2011, Parala village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 217 males and 212 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 355 literate and 74 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 217 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 187 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 30 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Parala
Parala 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 Parala
Parala 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Parala is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Parala is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parala
Where is Parala located?
Parala village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parala?
The Gram Panchayat of Parala is Berhampur.
What is the pincode of Parala?
The pincode of Parala is 752032.
What is the population of Parala?
Parala has a total population of 429, including 217 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Parala?
There are 85 households in Parala.
What is the literacy rate in Parala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parala is 82.75%. Male literacy is 86.18% and female literacy is 79.25%.