Paracha
Paracha is a village located in Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Dera Baba Nanak (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Pracha is the gram panchayat of Paracha village.
Here you can discover what makes Paracha unique in its vibrant Dera Baba Nanak-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Paracha’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 Paracha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paracha is 028952. The village spans a total geographical area of 162 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143602. Ramdas is nearest town to Paracha village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Paracha
Population of Paracha
According to the 2011 Census, Paracha has a total population of about 793, with approximately 412 males and 381 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 105 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 47 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.30%, with male literacy at about 67.48% and female literacy near 56.69%. There are around 157 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Paracha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 793 | 412 | 381 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 58 | 47 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 494 | 278 | 216 |
Illiterate Population | 299 | 134 | 165 |
Connectivity of Paracha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paracha. As per the 2011 stats, Paracha 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 <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paracha
Knowing the nearby villages of Paracha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paracha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paracha
- Where is Paracha located?
- Paracha village is situated in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paracha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paracha is Pracha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paracha?
- The pincode of Paracha is 143602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paracha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paracha is 793, with 412 males and 381 females.
- How many households are there in Paracha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paracha village has a total of 157 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paracha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paracha is 62.30%. The male literacy rate is 67.48%, while the female literacy rate is 56.69%.