Paras - Baberu, Banda
Paras is a village situated in the Baberu tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baberu and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Paras village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paras is 155019. The village covers a total geographical area of 771.48 hectares and falls under the 210121 pincode. Baberu is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Paras village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baberu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paras
As per Census 2011, Paras village has a total population of 2,814 people, consisting of 1,558 males and 1,256 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 806 females per 1,000 males. There are 454 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,170 literate and 1,644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 627 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paras are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,814 | 1,558 | 1,256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 454 | 221 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 627 | 343 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 1,170 | 830 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,644 | 728 | 916 |
Nearby Villages of Paras
Paras 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakhroulee | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Gujenee | North | 1.94 km |
| Arthara | West | 2.18 km |
| Poon | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Satnyava | South | 3.06 km |
| Para Bannu Begam | East | 3.07 km |
| Guroulee Sukla | West | 3.32 km |
| Majhila | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Bamharoula | East | 4.04 km |
| Bhantee | East | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paras
Paras is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rasulabad, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baberu to Paras is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banda to Paras is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paras village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Paras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paras village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paras
Where is Paras located?
Paras village is located in Baberu Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paras?
Paras is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paras?
The pincode of Paras is 210121.
What is the population of Paras?
Paras has a total population of 2,814, including 1,558 males and 1,256 females.
How many households are there in Paras?
There are 477 households in Paras.
What is the literacy rate in Paras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paras is 41.58%. Male literacy is 53.27% and female literacy is 27.07%.