Parawa - Chitalwana, Jalore
Parawa is a village situated in the Chitalwana tehsil of Jalore district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 19 km from Sanchore and around 171 km from Jalor. Parawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parawa is 089666. The village covers a total geographical area of 1644 hectares and falls under the 343041 pincode. Sanchore is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Parawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parawa
According to the 2011 Census, Parawa village had a total population of 3,564 people, including 1,859 males and 1,705 females, living in 641 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.21%, with male literacy at 81.15% and female literacy at 45.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 807, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 38.
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 | 3,564 | 1,859 | 1,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 299 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 807 | 406 | 401 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 1,920 | 1,266 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,644 | 593 | 1,051 |
Nearby Villages of Parawa
Parawa 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 Parawa
Parawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sanchore to Parawa is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalor to Parawa is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parawa 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 Parawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parawa
Where is Parawa located?
Parawa village is located in Chitalwana Tehsil, Jalore district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parawa?
Parawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parawa?
The pincode of Parawa is 343041.
What is the population of Parawa?
Parawa had a total population of 3,564, including 1,859 males and 1,705 females.
How many households are there in Parawa?
Parawa had 641 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parawa was 64.21%. Male literacy was 81.15% and female literacy was 45.73%.