Parsia - Rajpur, Buxar
Parsia is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kaithhar Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsia is 248638. The village covers a total geographical area of 225 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Parsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsia
According to the 2011 Census, Parsia village had a total population of 3,025 people, including 1,549 males and 1,476 females, living in 518 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.33%, with male literacy at 85.57% and female literacy at 62.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 552, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,025 | 1,549 | 1,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 302 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 552 | 289 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,784 | 1,067 | 717 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,241 | 482 | 759 |
Nearby Villages of Parsia
Parsia 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 Parsia
Parsia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Buxar to Parsia is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Parsia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Parsia
Where is Parsia located?
Parsia village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsia is Kaithhar Kala.
What is the pincode of Parsia?
The pincode of Parsia is 802122.
What is the population of Parsia?
Parsia had a total population of 3,025, including 1,549 males and 1,476 females.
How many households are there in Parsia?
Parsia had 518 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsia was 74.33%. Male literacy was 85.57% and female literacy was 62.19%.