Pareela - Iglas, Aligarh
Pareela is a village situated in the Iglas tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iglas and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Pareela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pareela is 122838. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.53 hectares and falls under the 204216 pincode. Iglas is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Pareela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Iglas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hathras Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pareela
As per Census 2011, Pareela village has a total population of 1,988 people, consisting of 1,080 males and 908 females. The village has 307 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,265 literate and 723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 394 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pareela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,988 | 1,080 | 908 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 163 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 210 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 1,265 | 804 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 276 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Pareela
Pareela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rustampur Gotana | West | 1.18 km |
| Rustampur Khojan | West | 1.24 km |
| Vigheypur | North | 1.60 km |
| Kauakhera | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Jasrana | East | 1.78 km |
| Jirauli | South-West | 1.90 km |
| Larauta | South-East | 2.07 km |
| Bijahara | West | 2.31 km |
| Naglachura | North-West | 2.60 km |
| Haivatpur | North-West | 2.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pareela
Pareela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mandrak, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.8 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Iglas to Pareela is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Pareela is about 21 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 Pareela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pareela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pareela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pareela 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pareela
Where is Pareela located?
Pareela village is located in Iglas Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pareela?
Pareela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pareela?
The pincode of Pareela is 204216.
What is the population of Pareela?
Pareela has a total population of 1,988, including 1,080 males and 908 females.
How many households are there in Pareela?
There are 307 households in Pareela.
What is the literacy rate in Pareela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pareela is 63.63%. Male literacy is 74.44% and female literacy is 50.77%.