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.

Paracha has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 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.

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Population of Paracha

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Paracha village is around 793, including approximately 412 males and 381 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Paracha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paracha village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Paracha village is about 62.30%, with male literacy at 67.48% and female literacy at 56.69%.
  • There are around 157 households in Paracha village.

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)
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.

Nikko Sarai Talwandi Rama Alawalwala Malewal Kotli Viran Loharanwali Samrai Sharfkot Hakim Beg Hardowal Tarpala

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%.