Parakana
Parakana is a village located in Satyabadi tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Satyabadi (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Parajapada is the gram panchayat of Parakana village.
Here you can discover what makes Parakana unique in its vibrant Satyabadi-Puri region. You’ll see Parakana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Parakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parakana is 409658. The village spans a total geographical area of 167 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752045. Puri is nearest town to Parakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Parakana
Population of Parakana
According to the 2011 Census, Parakana has a total population of about 1,350, with approximately 676 males and 674 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 146 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 438 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.26%, with male literacy at about 74.26% and female literacy near 60.24%. There are around 304 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,350 | 676 | 674 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 84 | 62 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 438 | 226 | 212 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Literate Population | 908 | 502 | 406 |
Illiterate Population | 442 | 174 | 268 |
Connectivity of Parakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parakana. As per the 2011 stats, Parakana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Parakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Parakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parakana
- Where is Parakana located?
- Parakana village is situated in Satyabadi Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parakana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Parakana is Parajapada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Parakana?
- The pincode of Parakana is 752045, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parakana is 1,350, with 676 males and 674 females.
- How many households are there in Parakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parakana village has a total of 304 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parakana is 67.26%. The male literacy rate is 74.26%, while the female literacy rate is 60.24%.