Parua
About Parua
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Parua village is 309486. Parua village is located in Karandighi subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 18.7km away from sub-district headquarter Karandighi. Raiganj is the district headquarter of Parua village. As per 2009 stats, Domohona is the gram panchayat of Parua village.
The total geographical area of village is 316.46 hectares. Parua has a total population of 2,533 peoples, out of which male population is 1,316 while female population is 1,217. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 924 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of parua village is 42.32% out of which 49.39% males and 34.68% females are literate. There are about 505 houses in parua village. Pincode of parua village locality is 733215.
When it comes to administration, Parua village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Parua village comes under Karandighi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency. Raigunj is nearest town to parua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Parua
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,533 | 1,316 | 1,217 |
| Children (0-6) | 344 | 169 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,940 | 1,016 | 924 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 650 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,461 | 666 | 795 |
Connectivity of Parua
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Parua
Where is Parua located?
Parua village is situated in Karandighi Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parua?
The Gram Panchayat of Parua is Domohona (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Parua?
The pincode of Parua is 733215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Parua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parua is 2,533, with 1,316 males and 1,217 females.
How many households are there in Parua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parua village has a total of 505 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parua is 42.32%. The male literacy rate is 49.39%, while the female literacy rate is 34.68%.