Parandar - Basanti, South 24 Parganas
Parandar is a village situated in the Basanti subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.6 km from Sonakhali and around 69.7 km from Alipore. Basanti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parandar is 335110. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.1 hectares and falls under the 743312 pincode. Canning is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Parandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basanti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaynagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parandar
As per Census 2011, Parandar village has a total population of 2,693 people, consisting of 1,372 males and 1,321 females. The village has 590 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,648 literate and 1,045 illiterate residents. Additionally, 921 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,372 | 1,321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 217 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 921 | 474 | 447 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,648 | 872 | 776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,045 | 500 | 545 |
Nearby Villages of Parandar
Parandar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Krishnagar | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Sonakhali | North | 1.93 km |
| Srirampur | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Charanikhali | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Kumirmari | South | 3.02 km |
| Ananda Abad | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Budh Khali | West | 3.41 km |
| Radhaballavpur | East | 3.48 km |
| Kalidanga | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Uttar Sonakhali | North | 4.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parandar
Parandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Canning, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 km.
| 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 Canning to Parandar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Parandar is about 69.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parandar 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 Parandar
Where is Parandar located?
Parandar village is located in Basanti Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Parandar is Basanti.
What is the pincode of Parandar?
The pincode of Parandar is 743312.
What is the population of Parandar?
Parandar has a total population of 2,693, including 1,372 males and 1,321 females.
How many households are there in Parandar?
There are 590 households in Parandar.
What is the literacy rate in Parandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parandar is 61.20%. Male literacy is 63.56% and female literacy is 58.74%.