Parsad - Madhepur, Madhubani
Parsad is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Prasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsad is 220867. The village covers a total geographical area of 985.1 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parsad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanjharpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Parsad
As per Census 2011, Parsad village has a total population of 8,278 people, consisting of 4,324 males and 3,954 females. The village has 1,861 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,416 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,356 literate and 3,922 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,616 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,278 | 4,324 | 3,954 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,416 | 733 | 683 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,616 | 836 | 780 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 4,356 | 2,721 | 1,635 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,922 | 1,603 | 2,319 |
Nearby Villages of Parsad
Parsad 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 Parsad
Parsad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Parsad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Parsad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Parsad is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsad 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parsad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parsad
Where is Parsad located?
Parsad village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsad?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsad is Prasad.
What is the pincode of Parsad?
The pincode of Parsad is 847408.
What is the population of Parsad?
Parsad has a total population of 8,278, including 4,324 males and 3,954 females.
How many households are there in Parsad?
There are 1,861 households in Parsad.
What is the literacy rate in Parsad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsad is 52.62%. Male literacy is 62.93% and female literacy is 41.35%.