Para
Para is a village located in Para subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 28.1km away from district headquarter Para. Para is the sub-district headquarter of Para village. As per 2009 stats, Para village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Para unique in its vibrant Para-Puruliya region. You’ll see Para’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Para
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Para is 330092. The village spans a total geographical area of 970.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723155. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Para village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Para
Population of Para
According to the 2011 Census, Para has a total population of about 9,697, with approximately 5,031 males and 4,666 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,158 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5,194 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.23%, with male literacy at about 66.61% and female literacy near 45.05%. There are around 1,761 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Para's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,697 | 5,031 | 4,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,158 | 583 | 575 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,194 | 2,684 | 2,510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,453 | 3,351 | 2,102 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,244 | 1,680 | 2,564 |
Connectivity of Para
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Para. As per the 2011 stats, Para had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Para
Knowing the nearby villages of Para helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Para.
Frequently Asked Questions about Para
- Where is Para located?
- Para village is situated in Para Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Para?
- Para serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Para?
- The pincode of Para is 723155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Para as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Para is 9,697, with 5,031 males and 4,666 females.
- How many households are there in Para as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Para village has a total of 1,761 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Para as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Para is 56.23%. The male literacy rate is 66.61%, while the female literacy rate is 45.05%.