Parun - Rampurhat - II, Birbhum
Parun is a village situated in the Rampurhat - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. Budhigram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parun is 316431. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 731244 pincode. Rampurhat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Parun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Parun
According to the 2011 Census, Parun village had a total population of 1,123 people, including 573 males and 550 females, living in 290 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.58%, with male literacy at 69.92% and female literacy at 54.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,123 | 573 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 91 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 107 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 587 | 337 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 236 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Parun
Parun 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 Parun
Parun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Rampurhat to Parun is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parun 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 Parun
Where is Parun located?
Parun village is located in Rampurhat - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parun?
The Gram Panchayat of Parun is Budhigram.
What is the pincode of Parun?
The pincode of Parun is 731244.
What is the population of Parun?
Parun had a total population of 1,123, including 573 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Parun?
Parun had 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parun was 62.58%. Male literacy was 69.92% and female literacy was 54.82%.