Parura - Sandesh, Bhojpur
Parura is a village situated in the Sandesh subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sandesh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Parura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parura is 247001. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 802164 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Parura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parura
According to the 2011 Census, Parura village had a total population of 3,739 people, including 1,955 males and 1,784 females, living in 535 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.81%, with male literacy at 77.08% and female literacy at 53.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 413, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 3,739 | 1,955 | 1,784 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 621 | 332 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 218 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,052 | 1,251 | 801 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,687 | 704 | 983 |
Nearby Villages of Parura
Parura 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 Parura
Parura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Arrah to Parura is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parura
Where is Parura located?
Parura village is located in Sandesh Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parura?
Parura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parura?
The pincode of Parura is 802164.
What is the population of Parura?
Parura had a total population of 3,739, including 1,955 males and 1,784 females.
How many households are there in Parura?
Parura had 535 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parura was 65.81%. Male literacy was 77.08% and female literacy was 53.58%.