Parkham
Parkham is a village located in Chhata tehsil of Mathura district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Chhata (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Mathura. As per 2009 stats, Parkham village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Parkham unique in its vibrant Chhata-Mathura region. You’ll see Parkham’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Parkham
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parkham is 123781. The village spans a total geographical area of 672.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 281406. Vrindavan is nearest town to Parkham village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Parkham village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chhata Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Parkham
Population of Parkham
According to the 2011 Census, Parkham has a total population of about 3,126, with approximately 1,635 males and 1,491 females. The sex ratio is around 911 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 580 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 833 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.72%, with male literacy at about 60.61% and female literacy near 35.68%. There are around 495 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parkham's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,126 | 1,635 | 1,491 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 580 | 309 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 833 | 437 | 396 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,523 | 991 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,603 | 644 | 959 |
Connectivity of Parkham
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parkham. As per the 2011 stats, Parkham had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Parkham
Knowing the nearby villages of Parkham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parkham.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parkham
- Where is Parkham located?
- Parkham village is situated in Chhata Tehsil, within the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parkham?
- Parkham serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Parkham?
- The pincode of Parkham is 281406, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parkham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parkham is 3,126, with 1,635 males and 1,491 females.
- How many households are there in Parkham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parkham village has a total of 495 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parkham as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parkham is 48.72%. The male literacy rate is 60.61%, while the female literacy rate is 35.68%.