Parrol - Kharar, S.A.S Nagar
Parrol is a village situated in the Kharar tehsil of S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from Kharar and around 25 km from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. Paraul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parrol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parrol is 038992. The village covers a total geographical area of 470 hectares and falls under the 140901 pincode. Naya Gaon is the nearest town.
Parrol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera bassi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parrol
According to the 2011 Census, Parrol village had a total population of 2,632 people, including 1,375 males and 1,257 females, living in 489 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.92%, with male literacy at 81.08% and female literacy at 70.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 882.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,632 | 1,375 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 170 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 882 | 448 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,753 | 977 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 398 | 481 |
Nearby Villages of Parrol
Parrol 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 Parrol
Parrol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Parrol.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar to Parrol is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parrol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parrol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parrol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parrol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parrol
Where is Parrol located?
Parrol village is located in Kharar Tehsil, S.A.S Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parrol?
The Gram Panchayat of Parrol is Paraul.
What is the pincode of Parrol?
The pincode of Parrol is 140901.
What is the population of Parrol?
Parrol had a total population of 2,632, including 1,375 males and 1,257 females.
How many households are there in Parrol?
Parrol had 489 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parrol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parrol was 75.92%. Male literacy was 81.08% and female literacy was 70.29%.