Parasbani - Bhawanipur, Purnia
Parasbani is a village situated in the Bhawanipur subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhawanipur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Supouli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasbani is 223227. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 854204 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Parasbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parasbani
According to the 2011 Census, Parasbani village had a total population of 1,005 people, including 492 males and 513 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.94%, with male literacy at 45.56% and female literacy at 24.21%.
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 | 1,005 | 492 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 75 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 190 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 715 | 302 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Parasbani
Parasbani 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 Parasbani
Parasbani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Purnia to Parasbani is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parasbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parasbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasbani 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parasbani
Where is Parasbani located?
Parasbani village is located in Bhawanipur Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parasbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasbani is Supouli.
What is the pincode of Parasbani?
The pincode of Parasbani is 854204.
What is the population of Parasbani?
Parasbani had a total population of 1,005, including 492 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Parasbani?
Parasbani had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasbani was 34.94%. Male literacy was 45.56% and female literacy was 24.21%.