Parai - Bhanoli, Almora
Parai is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nayashirkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parai is 053676. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.37 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Parai 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parai
According to the 2011 Census, Parai village had a total population of 191 people, including 101 males and 90 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.13%, with male literacy at 96.34% and female literacy at 62.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 191 | 101 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 79 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 22 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Parai
Parai 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 Parai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Parai.
| 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 Almora to Parai is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parai
Where is Parai located?
Parai village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parai?
The Gram Panchayat of Parai is Nayashirkot.
What is the pincode of Parai?
The pincode of Parai is 263622.
What is the population of Parai?
Parai had a total population of 191, including 101 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Parai?
Parai had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parai was 80.13%. Male literacy was 96.34% and female literacy was 62.16%.