Parulia - Gopiballavpur - I, Jhargram
Parulia is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - I subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Gopiballavpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parulia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parulia is 340732. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.02 hectares and falls under the 721506 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Parulia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Parulia
According to the 2011 Census, Parulia village had a total population of 378 people, including 188 males and 190 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.52%, with male literacy at 75.46% and female literacy at 44.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 350.
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 | 378 | 188 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 178 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 123 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 65 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Parulia
Parulia 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 Parulia
Parulia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhargram to Parulia is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parulia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parulia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parulia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parulia 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 Parulia
Where is Parulia located?
Parulia village is located in Gopiballavpur - I Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parulia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parulia is Gopiballavpur.
What is the pincode of Parulia?
The pincode of Parulia is 721506.
What is the population of Parulia?
Parulia had a total population of 378, including 188 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Parulia?
Parulia had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parulia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parulia was 59.52%. Male literacy was 75.46% and female literacy was 44.05%.