Parsa - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Parsa is a village situated in the Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaunaha and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Gaunaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsa is 216383. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 23 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 2,798 people, consisting of 1,485 males and 1,313 females. The village has 531 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,285 literate and 1,513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,798 | 1,485 | 1,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 309 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 192 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 1,285 | 806 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,513 | 679 | 834 |
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
Parsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Parsa is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Parsa is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Parsa
Where is Parsa located?
Parsa village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsa is Gaunaha.
What is the pincode of Parsa?
The pincode of Parsa is 845455.
What is the population of Parsa?
Parsa has a total population of 2,798, including 1,485 males and 1,313 females.
How many households are there in Parsa?
There are 531 households in Parsa.
What is the literacy rate in Parsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsa is 45.93%. Male literacy is 54.28% and female literacy is 36.48%.