Parham- - Jamalpur, Munger
Parham- is a village situated in the Jamalpur subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamalpur and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Parham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parham- village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parham- is 242699. The village covers a total geographical area of 390 hectares and falls under the 811214 pincode. Jamalpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Parham- village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parham-
As per Census 2011, Parham- village has a total population of 5,059 people, consisting of 2,684 males and 2,375 females. The village has 973 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 968 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,695 literate and 2,364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 551 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parham- are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,059 | 2,684 | 2,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 968 | 493 | 475 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 284 | 267 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,695 | 1,604 | 1,091 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,364 | 1,080 | 1,284 |
Nearby Villages of Parham-
Parham- is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sitarampur | West | 0.95 km |
| Indrukh | East | 2.05 km |
| Bararpunsara | West | 2.51 km |
| Faradah | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Karamat Chak | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Singhia | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Kanakol | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Jagatpur | South | 3.77 km |
| Halimpur | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Sirdhar Chak | South | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parham-
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Parham-. The nearest railway station is Sarobag, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jamalpur to Parham- is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Munger to Parham- is about 12 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 Parham-
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parham- village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Parham-
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parham- village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parham-
Where is Parham- located?
Parham- village is located in Jamalpur Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parham-?
The Gram Panchayat of Parham- is Parham.
What is the pincode of Parham-?
The pincode of Parham- is 811214.
What is the population of Parham-?
Parham- has a total population of 5,059, including 2,684 males and 2,375 females.
How many households are there in Parham-?
There are 973 households in Parham-.
What is the literacy rate in Parham-?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parham- is 53.27%. Male literacy is 59.76% and female literacy is 45.94%.