Para - Sagri, Azamgarh
Para is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Para village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 192953. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.49 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Para
As per Census 2011, Para village has a total population of 1,242 people, consisting of 594 males and 648 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 762 literate and 480 illiterate residents. Additionally, 407 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,242 | 594 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 88 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 407 | 193 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 417 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 177 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Para
Para 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 Para
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Para.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Para is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Para?
Para is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Para?
The pincode of Para is 276135.
What is the population of Para?
Para has a total population of 1,242, including 594 males and 648 females.
How many households are there in Para?
There are 200 households in Para.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para is 61.35%. Male literacy is 70.20% and female literacy is 53.24%.