Pargaon
Pargaon is a village located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.2km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Pargaon village. As per 2009 stats, Karandighi Ii is the gram panchayat of Pargaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Pargaon unique in its vibrant Karandighi-Uttar Dinajpur region. You’ll see Pargaon’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 Pargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pargaon is 309539. The village spans a total geographical area of 278.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733215. Raiganj is nearest town to Pargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pargaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pargaon
Population of Pargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Pargaon has a total population of about 3,523, with approximately 1,771 males and 1,752 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 670 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,041 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.23%, with male literacy at about 50.76% and female literacy near 35.62%. There are around 666 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pargaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,523 | 1,771 | 1,752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 670 | 342 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,041 | 535 | 506 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,523 | 899 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,000 | 872 | 1,128 |
Connectivity of Pargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Pargaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Pargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pargaon
- Where is Pargaon located?
- Pargaon village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pargaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pargaon is Karandighi Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pargaon?
- The pincode of Pargaon is 733215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pargaon is 3,523, with 1,771 males and 1,752 females.
- How many households are there in Pargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pargaon village has a total of 666 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pargaon is 43.23%. The male literacy rate is 50.76%, while the female literacy rate is 35.62%.