Para - Koraon, Prayagraj
Para is a village situated in the Koraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from Koraon and around 60 km from Allahabad. Para village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 163650. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.35 hectares and falls under the 212302 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 13 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 Koraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Allahabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Para
According to the 2011 Census, Para village had a total population of 1,592 people, including 824 males and 768 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.13%, with male literacy at 66.41% and female literacy at 47.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 876.
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 | 1,592 | 824 | 768 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 169 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 876 | 442 | 434 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 729 | 435 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 389 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Para
Para 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 Para
Para is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Para is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Para is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Koraon Tehsil, Prayagraj 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 212302.
What is the population of Para?
Para had a total population of 1,592, including 824 males and 768 females.
How many households are there in Para?
Para had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para was 57.13%. Male literacy was 66.41% and female literacy was 47.34%.