Paraliya Dhamt - Kalyanpur, Balotra
Paraliya Dhamt is a village situated in the Kalyanpur tehsil of Balotra district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 70 km from Pachpadra and around 180 km from Barmer. Mool Ki Dhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraliya Dhamt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraliya Dhamt is 087486. The village covers a total geographical area of 1008 hectares and falls under the 344026 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Paraliya Dhamt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachpadra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraliya Dhamt
As per Census 2011, Paraliya Dhamt village has a total population of 724 people, consisting of 359 males and 365 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paraliya Dhamt are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 724 | 359 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 54 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 228 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 131 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Paraliya Dhamt
Paraliya Dhamt is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Opji Ki Dhani | South | 3.82 km |
| Korna | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Paraliya Sansan | South-West | 4.09 km |
| Baniyon Ki Dhani | West | 4.97 km |
| Shivnagri | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Imam Nagar | North-East | 5.76 km |
| Surani | North-East | 5.87 km |
| Haliyan | South | 6.54 km |
| Mool Ki Dhani | South-West | 6.91 km |
| Purkhawas | South-East | 7.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paraliya Dhamt
Paraliya Dhamt is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Miyonka Bara, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| 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 Jodhpur to Paraliya Dhamt is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barmer to Paraliya Dhamt is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraliya Dhamt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraliya Dhamt 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 Paraliya Dhamt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraliya Dhamt village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paraliya Dhamt
Where is Paraliya Dhamt located?
Paraliya Dhamt village is located in Kalyanpur Tehsil, Balotra district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraliya Dhamt?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraliya Dhamt is Mool Ki Dhani.
What is the pincode of Paraliya Dhamt?
The pincode of Paraliya Dhamt is 344026.
What is the population of Paraliya Dhamt?
Paraliya Dhamt has a total population of 724, including 359 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Paraliya Dhamt?
There are 98 households in Paraliya Dhamt.
What is the literacy rate in Paraliya Dhamt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraliya Dhamt is 49.17%. Male literacy is 63.51% and female literacy is 35.07%.