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.
Para has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Para
Below is a concise population overview of Para as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Para village:
- The total population of Para village is around 9,697, including approximately 5,031 males and 4,666 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,158 children aged 0–6 years in Para village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Para village has 5,194 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Para village is about 56.23%, with male literacy at 66.61% and female literacy at 45.05%.
- There are around 1,761 households in Para village.
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%.