Parsa - Madhwapur, Madhubani
Parsa is a village situated in the Madhwapur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhwapur and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Basuki Bihari North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsa is 219812. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.66 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsa
According to the 2011 Census, Parsa village had a total population of 406 people, including 188 males and 218 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.72%, with male literacy at 72.33% and female literacy at 47.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, 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 | 406 | 188 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 115 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 73 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Parsa
Parsa 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 Parsa
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Parsa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Parsa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Parsa 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 Parsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsa 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 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 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 Parsa
Where is Parsa located?
Parsa village is located in Madhwapur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsa is Basuki Bihari North.
What is the pincode of Parsa?
The pincode of Parsa is 847102.
What is the population of Parsa?
Parsa had a total population of 406, including 188 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Parsa?
Parsa had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsa was 58.72%. Male literacy was 72.33% and female literacy was 47.03%.