Paripan - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Paripan is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Faripan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paripan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paripan is 214200. The village covers a total geographical area of 527.18 hectares and falls under the 231212 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Paripan 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 Paripan
As per Census 2011, Paripan village has a total population of 1,350 people, consisting of 658 males and 692 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 770 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,006 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paripan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,350 | 658 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 114 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,006 | 473 | 533 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 365 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 770 | 293 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Paripan
Paripan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deohar Purab | North | 2.23 km |
| Sago Bandh | East | 2.27 km |
| Baina | South | 2.34 km |
| Konga | West | 2.41 km |
| Deohar Pashchim | North-West | 2.88 km |
| Karam Tola | South | 3.19 km |
| Tendual | South | 3.53 km |
| Ajangira | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Bishram Pur | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Bahera Dol | South-West | 3.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paripan
Paripan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jharokhas, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 133.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Paripan is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Paripan is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paripan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paripan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paripan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paripan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paripan
Where is Paripan located?
Paripan village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paripan?
The Gram Panchayat of Paripan is Faripan.
What is the pincode of Paripan?
The pincode of Paripan is 231212.
What is the population of Paripan?
Paripan has a total population of 1,350, including 658 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Paripan?
There are 233 households in Paripan.
What is the literacy rate in Paripan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paripan is 42.96%. Male literacy is 55.47% and female literacy is 31.07%.