Paras Pani - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Paras Pani is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Joru Khar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paras Pani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paras Pani is 214273. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.06 hectares and falls under the 231226 pincode. Duddi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Paras Pani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paras Pani
As per Census 2011, Paras Pani village has a total population of 548 people, consisting of 292 males and 256 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 230 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 360 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paras Pani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 292 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 54 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 35 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 360 | 193 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 158 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 134 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Paras Pani
Paras Pani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | North-East | 1.07 km |
| Jata Juwa | West | 2.01 km |
| Jam Pani | South | 2.26 km |
| Baghamandawa | West | 2.30 km |
| Kewal | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Dhuma | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Joru Khar | North | 2.82 km |
| Bom | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Medini Khar | East | 3.37 km |
| Dhuriya | West | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paras Pani
Paras Pani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mahuariya, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Duddi to Paras Pani is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Paras Pani is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paras Pani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paras Pani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paras Pani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paras Pani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paras Pani
Where is Paras Pani located?
Paras Pani village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paras Pani?
The Gram Panchayat of Paras Pani is Joru Khar.
What is the pincode of Paras Pani?
The pincode of Paras Pani is 231226.
What is the population of Paras Pani?
Paras Pani has a total population of 548, including 292 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Paras Pani?
There are 110 households in Paras Pani.
What is the literacy rate in Paras Pani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paras Pani is 41.97%. Male literacy is 54.11% and female literacy is 28.13%.