Girdhar Parsa - Phulwaria, Gopalganj
Girdhar Parsa is a village situated in the Phulwaria subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulwaria and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Churamanchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girdhar Parsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girdhar Parsa is 230553. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.6 hectares and falls under the 841425 pincode. Gopalganj is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Girdhar Parsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girdhar Parsa
As per Census 2011, Girdhar Parsa village has a total population of 1,668 people, consisting of 848 males and 820 females. The village has 254 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,114 literate and 554 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Girdhar Parsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,668 | 848 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 141 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 119 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 642 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 206 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Girdhar Parsa
Girdhar Parsa is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bansi Batraha | South-West | 0.69 km |
| Murar Bataraha | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Panre Parsa | North-West | 1.22 km |
| Sagrampur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Saheb Chhapra | North | 1.32 km |
| Kelauni | North | 1.53 km |
| Harihara | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Lila Parsa | South-East | 1.74 km |
| Dubey Batraha | West | 1.79 km |
| Balbhadar Parsa | West | 1.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girdhar Parsa
Girdhar Parsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Phulwaria, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gopalganj to Girdhar Parsa is about 36 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 Girdhar Parsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girdhar Parsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girdhar Parsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girdhar Parsa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Girdhar Parsa
Where is Girdhar Parsa located?
Girdhar Parsa village is located in Phulwaria Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girdhar Parsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Girdhar Parsa is Churamanchak.
What is the pincode of Girdhar Parsa?
The pincode of Girdhar Parsa is 841425.
What is the population of Girdhar Parsa?
Girdhar Parsa has a total population of 1,668, including 848 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Girdhar Parsa?
There are 254 households in Girdhar Parsa.
What is the literacy rate in Girdhar Parsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girdhar Parsa is 66.79%. Male literacy is 75.71% and female literacy is 57.56%.