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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parham-
According to the 2011 Census, Parham- village had a total population of 5,059 people, including 2,684 males and 2,375 females, living in 973 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.88%, with male literacy at 73.21% and female literacy at 57.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 551, 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 | 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 | 0 |
| 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- had a total population of 5,059, including 2,684 males and 2,375 females.
How many households are there in Parham-?
Parham- had 973 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parham-?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parham- was 65.88%. Male literacy was 73.21% and female literacy was 57.42%.