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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsa
As per Census 2011, Parsa village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 188 males and 218 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 1,159 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 188 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 406, including 188 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Parsa?
There are 97 households in Parsa.
What is the literacy rate in Parsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsa is 49.75%. Male literacy is 61.17% and female literacy is 39.91%.