Village code 312396

Parakaram Village, Ratua - I Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Parakaram is a village in Ratua - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Maldah district, West Bengal. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Parakaram village map in West Bengal
Parakaram village map image for Ratua - I Block, West Bengal.

Village Overview

Parakaram is a village in Ratua - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Maldah district, West Bengal. For Parakaram, the population is 6,386, PIN code is 732205 and Census village code is 312396. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Parakaram village
Village code312396
PIN code732205
Population6,386
Households1,093
Area398.03 ha / 3.98 sq. km / 984 acres
Population density1,604 people per sq. km
Sex ratio964 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townEnglish Bazar (10 km)
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtMaldah
Census 2011 districtMaldah

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 732205. This helps users verify the postal area for Parakaram, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Parakaram village
PIN code732205
Post offices linked with this PINRatua SO, Baharal BO, Bahirkap BO, Balupur BO, Banikantatala BO, and Bilaimari BO
Best matching post officeRatua SO (Post office)
Delivery office records10
Postal districtMaldah
Postal stateWest Bengal
Postal divisionMalda Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

Location and Administration

Parakaram comes under Parakaram gram panchayat and Ratua - I C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Ratua - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Ratua at 13.80 km. The Census district headquarters, English Bazar, is 46.10 km away.

Administrative details for Parakaram
Current stateWest Bengal
Census 2011 stateWest Bengal
Current districtMaldah
Census 2011 districtMaldah
State code19
District code332
Block / Census sub-district code2212
C.D. Block code59
Block panchayat code59

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Parakaram village and its household count.

Total population

6,386 residents in 1,093 households

Male population

3,252

Female population

3,134

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: 70; Scheduled Tribes: 467

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Available; count: 2

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 2

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Available; government count: 1

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Parakaram
Primary health sub-centre1
ASHA workerNot available in village

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Parakaram
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankNot available in village
Cooperative bankNot available in village
Agricultural credit societyNot available in village
PDS shopAvailable
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village
Weekly haatNot available in village
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeNot available in village
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldNot available in village
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Parakaram
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyNot available in village
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power12 hours per day
Winter domestic power16 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Parakaram
Net area sown325.50 hectares
Irrigated area90.50 hectares
Unirrigated area235 hectares
Wells / tube wells irrigated area0.50 hectares
Non-agricultural area72.53 hectares
Main cropPaddy
Second cropJute
Third cropWheat

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Parakaram
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Chhabilpur, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Chhabilpur, within 5 km.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Commercial bankNot available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.
Mandi / regular marketNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.

How to Reach Parakaram

English Bazar (10 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Ratua is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Parakaram
Nearest major townEnglish Bazar (10 km)
Block headquartersRatua (13.80 km)
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Parakaram. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Parakaram
Govt Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKGAvailable; 2
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 2
Govt Middle SchoolAvailable; 1
Primary Health Sub Centre1
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff Total Strength2
Primary Heallth Sub Centre Para Medical Staff in Position2
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Rural Production Centres or Sanitary Hardware Outlet Availability Near the VillageAvailable
Rural Production Mart or Sanitary Hardware Outlet Availability Near the VillageAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
TractorsAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Manual DrivenAvailable
Cycle Pulled Rickshaws Machine DrivenAvailable
Carts Drivens by AnimalsAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
FoothpathAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Commercial UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Parakaram village located?

Parakaram is located in Ratua - I Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Maldah.

Which Block is Parakaram in?

Parakaram is in Ratua - I Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Parakaram in?

District: Maldah.

What is the village code of Parakaram?

The Census village code of Parakaram is 312396.

What is the PIN code of Parakaram?

The PIN code reported for Parakaram is 732205.

What is the population of Parakaram?

Parakaram has 6,386 residents in 1,093 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Parakaram?

The nearest statutory town to Parakaram is English Bazar (10 km).

Which crops are grown in Parakaram?

The main crops reported for Parakaram are Paddy, Jute, and Wheat.

What land-use details are available for Parakaram?

Land-use details for Parakaram include net area sown: 325.50 hectares, irrigated area: 90.50 hectares, and unirrigated area: 235 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Parakaram?

Government primary school status for Parakaram is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Parakaram?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Parakaram?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Parakaram?

The total geographical area of Parakaram is 398.03 hectares.

How many households are in Parakaram?

Parakaram has 1,093 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Parakaram?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

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