Para - Para, Purulia
Para is a village situated in the Para subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.1 km from Purulia. Para village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Para is 330092. The village covers a total geographical area of 970.04 hectares and falls under the 723155 pincode. Raghunathpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Para village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Para
As per Census 2011, Para village has a total population of 9,697 people, consisting of 5,031 males and 4,666 females. The village has 1,761 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,453 literate and 4,244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Para are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Para
Para is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Agar | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Beryadi | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Dubeagar | North | 2.02 km |
| Hariharpur | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Ekanja | West | 2.20 km |
| Goaladi | East | 2.23 km |
| Kankdiha | North | 2.24 km |
| Sidhpur | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Kinisayar | North | 2.34 km |
| Sharbarya | South-West | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Para
Para is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rukni, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Para is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Para is about 28.1 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 Para
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Para village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Para
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Para village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Para
Where is Para located?
Para village is located in Para Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Para?
Para is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Para?
The pincode of Para is 723155.
What is the population of Para?
Para has a total population of 9,697, including 5,031 males and 4,666 females.
How many households are there in Para?
There are 1,761 households in Para.
What is the literacy rate in Para?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Para is 56.23%. Male literacy is 66.61% and female literacy is 45.05%.