Parsauni - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Parsauni is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Santpur Sohriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsauni is 215999. The village covers a total geographical area of 951.4 hectares and falls under the 845107 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Parsauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Valmiki Nagar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Parsauni
As per Census 2011, Parsauni village has a total population of 4,610 people, consisting of 2,383 males and 2,227 females. The village has 853 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 728 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,470 literate and 2,140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 331 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,725 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsauni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,610 | 2,383 | 2,227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 728 | 359 | 369 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 331 | 178 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,725 | 874 | 851 |
| Literate Population | 2,470 | 1,466 | 1,004 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,140 | 917 | 1,223 |
Nearby Villages of Parsauni
Parsauni 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daruabari | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Kotaraha | North | 3.72 km |
| Soharia | East | 3.78 km |
| Santpur | East | 4.26 km |
| Balgangwa | South-West | 4.77 km |
| Khutahwa | South | 5.09 km |
| Shiunaha | South-East | 5.13 km |
| Champapur | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Bhohtha | South | 5.75 km |
| Bansapti | South | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsauni
Public transport in the Parsauni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khada, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Parsauni is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Parsauni is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parsauni
Where is Parsauni located?
Parsauni village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsauni is Santpur Sohriya.
What is the pincode of Parsauni?
The pincode of Parsauni is 845107.
What is the population of Parsauni?
Parsauni has a total population of 4,610, including 2,383 males and 2,227 females.
How many households are there in Parsauni?
There are 853 households in Parsauni.
What is the literacy rate in Parsauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsauni is 53.58%. Male literacy is 61.52% and female literacy is 45.08%.