Parasi - Goh, Aurangabad
Parasi is a village situated in the Goh subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goh and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Deohara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasi is 252840. The village covers a total geographical area of 233 hectares and falls under the 824203 pincode. Daud Nagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Parasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Goh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karakat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parasi
According to the 2011 Census, Parasi village had a total population of 1,400 people, including 743 males and 657 females, living in 219 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.25%, with male literacy at 84.90% and female literacy at 62.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 450.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,400 | 743 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 147 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 450 | 238 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 845 | 506 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 237 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Parasi
Parasi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Parasi
Parasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Daud Nagar to Parasi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Parasi is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parasi
Where is Parasi located?
Parasi village is located in Goh Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasi is Deohara.
What is the pincode of Parasi?
The pincode of Parasi is 824203.
What is the population of Parasi?
Parasi had a total population of 1,400, including 743 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Parasi?
Parasi had 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasi was 74.25%. Male literacy was 84.90% and female literacy was 62.55%.