Para - Sirauli Gauspur, Bara Banki
Para is a village situated in the Sirauli Gauspur tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sirauli Gauspur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Para village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 164850. The village covers a total geographical area of 1234.49 hectares and falls under the 225207 pincode. Jarwal Road is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Para 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 Dariyabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Faizabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Para
According to the 2011 Census, Para village had a total population of 3,150 people, including 1,724 males and 1,426 females, living in 447 households. The sex ratio was 827 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.30%, with male literacy at 61.96% and female literacy at 35.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 415.
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 | 3,150 | 1,724 | 1,426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 663 | 344 | 319 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 227 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 855 | 396 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,899 | 869 | 1,030 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sardaha | South | 1.45 km |
| Pachariya | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Deoria | West | 2.45 km |
| Ghutaru | South | 2.58 km |
| Husainpur | West | 2.62 km |
| Baragadiya | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Kothi Diha | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Basantpur Kamiyar | North | 3.01 km |
| Shekh Pur Tutaru | South | 3.51 km |
| Sirauli Gung | South-East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Para
Para is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghaghara Ghat, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 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 Jarwal Road to Para is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Para is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Sirauli Gauspur 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 225207.
What is the population of Para?
Para had a total population of 3,150, including 1,724 males and 1,426 females.
How many households are there in Para?
Para had 447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para was 50.30%. Male literacy was 61.96% and female literacy was 35.77%.