Parjuar - Benipatti, Madhubani
Parjuar is a village situated in the Benipatti subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Benipatti and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Parjuar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parjuar is 220333. The village covers a total geographical area of 790.32 hectares and falls under the 847229 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Parjuar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Benipatti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhubani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parjuar
According to the 2011 Census, Parjuar village had a total population of 11,543 people, including 5,973 males and 5,570 females, living in 2,560 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.40%, with male literacy at 79.38% and female literacy at 58.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,236, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 11,543 | 5,973 | 5,570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,759 | 954 | 805 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,236 | 640 | 596 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 6,790 | 3,984 | 2,806 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,753 | 1,989 | 2,764 |
Nearby Villages of Parjuar
Parjuar 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 Parjuar
Parjuar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Madhubani to Parjuar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Parjuar is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parjuar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parjuar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parjuar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parjuar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parjuar
Where is Parjuar located?
Parjuar village is located in Benipatti Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parjuar?
Parjuar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parjuar?
The pincode of Parjuar is 847229.
What is the population of Parjuar?
Parjuar had a total population of 11,543, including 5,973 males and 5,570 females.
How many households are there in Parjuar?
Parjuar had 2,560 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parjuar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parjuar was 69.40%. Male literacy was 79.38% and female literacy was 58.89%.