Parsotimpur - Majhaulia, Pashchim Champaran
Parsotimpur is a village situated in the Majhaulia subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhaulia and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Majharia Sekh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsotimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsotimpur is 217326. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 845454 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Parsotimpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bettiah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Paschim Champaran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsotimpur
As per Census 2011, Parsotimpur village has a total population of 3,022 people, consisting of 1,589 males and 1,433 females. The village has 520 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 646 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,368 literate and 1,654 illiterate residents. Additionally, 703 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsotimpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,022 | 1,589 | 1,433 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 646 | 352 | 294 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 703 | 377 | 326 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,368 | 850 | 518 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,654 | 739 | 915 |
Nearby Villages of Parsotimpur
Parsotimpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunria | West | 1.34 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 2.26 km |
| Aunhar Shekh | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Karamwa | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Panditpururf Bandarhelwa | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Noniya | South | 3.49 km |
| Majharia Shekh | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Jagdishpur | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Rajabhar | East | 3.91 km |
| Jamunia | West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsotimpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Parsotimpur. The nearest railway station is Parsa Nagar, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Parsotimpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsotimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsotimpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parsotimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsotimpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parsotimpur
Where is Parsotimpur located?
Parsotimpur village is located in Majhaulia Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsotimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsotimpur is Majharia Sekh.
What is the pincode of Parsotimpur?
The pincode of Parsotimpur is 845454.
What is the population of Parsotimpur?
Parsotimpur has a total population of 3,022, including 1,589 males and 1,433 females.
How many households are there in Parsotimpur?
There are 520 households in Parsotimpur.
What is the literacy rate in Parsotimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsotimpur is 45.27%. Male literacy is 53.49% and female literacy is 36.15%.