Para - Fatehpur, Bara Banki
Para is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Para village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 164147. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.13 hectares and falls under the 225305 pincode. Fatehpur is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Kursi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Para
As per Census 2011, Para village has a total population of 2,323 people, consisting of 1,209 males and 1,114 females. The village has 385 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 970 literate and 1,353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Para are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,323 | 1,209 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 229 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 130 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 970 | 610 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,353 | 599 | 754 |
Nearby Villages of Para
Para 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghabara | South | 1.46 km |
| Ranjitpur | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Gojhawa | West | 1.68 km |
| Karnapur | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Sirkunda | North | 2.29 km |
| Bhagipur | North | 2.48 km |
| Pataunja | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Itiya | West | 2.82 km |
| Loharpur | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Fatehapur | North-West | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Para
Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Munda Gopal Ashram, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Fatehpur to Para is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Para 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Bara Banki 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 225305.
What is the population of Para?
Para has a total population of 2,323, including 1,209 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Para?
There are 385 households in Para.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para is 41.76%. Male literacy is 50.45% and female literacy is 32.32%.