Parsauni - Gaunaha, Pashchim Champaran
Parsauni 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 66 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Dhamaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsauni is 216480. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.1 hectares and falls under the 845455 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Parsauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsauni
According to the 2011 Census, Parsauni village had a total population of 1,342 people, including 699 males and 643 females, living in 208 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.88%, with male literacy at 64.58% and female literacy at 54.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
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 | 1,342 | 699 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 157 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 57 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 212 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 618 | 350 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 724 | 349 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Parsauni
Parsauni 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 Parsauni
Public transport in the Parsauni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narkatiyaganj to Parsauni is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Parsauni is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parsauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parsauni
Where is Parsauni located?
Parsauni village is located in Gaunaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parsauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsauni is Dhamaura.
What is the pincode of Parsauni?
The pincode of Parsauni is 845455.
What is the population of Parsauni?
Parsauni had a total population of 1,342, including 699 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Parsauni?
Parsauni had 208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsauni was 59.88%. Male literacy was 64.58% and female literacy was 54.69%.