Paraura - Atrauli, Aligarh
Paraura is a village situated in the Atrauli tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atrauli and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Paraura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraura is 122266. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.52 hectares and falls under the 202129 pincode. Atrauli is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Paraura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chharra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hathras Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraura
According to the 2011 Census, Paraura village had a total population of 4,645 people, including 2,453 males and 2,192 females, living in 736 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.38%, with male literacy at 63.49% and female literacy at 37.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 659.
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 | 4,645 | 2,453 | 2,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 850 | 437 | 413 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 659 | 352 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,950 | 1,280 | 670 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,695 | 1,173 | 1,522 |
Nearby Villages of Paraura
Paraura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kheria Harchand | South | 1.60 km |
| Pusawali | North | 1.75 km |
| Alahdadpur | West | 1.95 km |
| Mudhail | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Nagaria Patti Chahram | South-West | 2.50 km |
| Khersa | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Datavali | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Qutubpur Amarpur | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Untasani | East | 3.06 km |
| Tikta | North | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paraura
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Paraura. The nearest railway station is Agsauli, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Atrauli to Paraura is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Paraura is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paraura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paraura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paraura
Where is Paraura located?
Paraura village is located in Atrauli Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paraura?
Paraura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paraura?
The pincode of Paraura is 202129.
What is the population of Paraura?
Paraura had a total population of 4,645, including 2,453 males and 2,192 females.
How many households are there in Paraura?
Paraura had 736 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraura was 51.38%. Male literacy was 63.49% and female literacy was 37.66%.