Parauli - Gola, Gorakhpur
Parauli is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Parauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parauli is 187923. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.94 hectares and falls under the 273409 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Parauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Parauli
According to the 2011 Census, Parauli village had a total population of 1,204 people, including 607 males and 597 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.73%, with male literacy at 79.68% and female literacy at 51.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 622.
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 | 1,204 | 607 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 100 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 622 | 307 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 404 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 203 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Parauli
Parauli 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 Parauli
Parauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Parauli is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Parauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parauli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parauli
Where is Parauli located?
Parauli village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parauli?
Parauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parauli?
The pincode of Parauli is 273409.
What is the population of Parauli?
Parauli had a total population of 1,204, including 607 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Parauli?
Parauli had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parauli was 65.73%. Male literacy was 79.68% and female literacy was 51.32%.