Pareshya - Para, Purulia
Pareshya is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from Para and around 38.3 km from Purulia. Udaypur-joynagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pareshya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pareshya is 330141. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.92 hectares and falls under the 723126 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Pareshya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pareshya
As per Census 2011, Pareshya village has a total population of 2,186 people, consisting of 1,132 males and 1,054 females. The village has 361 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,401 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pareshya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,186 | 1,132 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 163 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 282 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 842 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 290 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Pareshya
Pareshya 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 Pareshya
Pareshya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Pareshya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Raghunathpur to Pareshya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Pareshya is about 38.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pareshya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pareshya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pareshya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pareshya 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pareshya
Where is Pareshya located?
Pareshya village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pareshya?
The Gram Panchayat of Pareshya is Udaypur-joynagar.
What is the pincode of Pareshya?
The pincode of Pareshya is 723126.
What is the population of Pareshya?
Pareshya has a total population of 2,186, including 1,132 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Pareshya?
There are 361 households in Pareshya.
What is the literacy rate in Pareshya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pareshya is 64.09%. Male literacy is 74.38% and female literacy is 53.04%.