Parasia - Chand, Kaimur (Bhabua)
Parasia is a village situated in the Chand subdivision of Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chand and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bhabua. Parhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasia is 249683. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 821106 pincode. Bhabua is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Parasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parasia
According to the 2011 Census, Parasia village had a total population of 246 people, including 136 males and 110 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.82%, with male literacy at 93.39% and female literacy at 78.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 246 | 136 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 113 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 23 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Parasia
Parasia 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 Parasia
Parasia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabua to Parasia is about 35 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 Parasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parasia
Where is Parasia located?
Parasia village is located in Chand Subdivision, Kaimur (Bhabua) district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasia is Parhi.
What is the pincode of Parasia?
The pincode of Parasia is 821106.
What is the population of Parasia?
Parasia had a total population of 246, including 136 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Parasia?
Parasia had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasia was 86.82%. Male literacy was 93.39% and female literacy was 78.79%.