Parsa - Lauriya, Pashchim Champaran
Parsa is a village situated in the Lauriya subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lauriya and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Mathia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsa is 216786. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.8 hectares and falls under the 845453 pincode. Narkatiyaganj is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Parsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lauriya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsa
According to the 2011 Census, Parsa village had a total population of 1,826 people, including 959 males and 867 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.25%, with male literacy at 64.15% and female literacy at 32.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 421.
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 | 1,826 | 959 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 178 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 213 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 724 | 501 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 458 | 644 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Parsa is about 20 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parsa
Where is Parsa located?
Parsa village is located in Lauriya Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsa is Mathia.
What is the pincode of Parsa?
The pincode of Parsa is 845453.
What is the population of Parsa?
Parsa had a total population of 1,826, including 959 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Parsa?
Parsa had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsa was 49.25%. Male literacy was 64.15% and female literacy was 32.37%.