Parabhag - Dagarua, Purnia
Parabhag is a village situated in the Dagarua subdivision of Purnia district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dagarua and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Purnia. Kohila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parabhag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parabhag is 224152. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 854326 pincode. Purnia is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Parabhag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parabhag
According to the 2011 Census, Parabhag village had a total population of 232 people, including 123 males and 109 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 41.00% and female literacy at 24.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 232 | 123 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 41 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 82 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Parabhag
Parabhag 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 Parabhag
Public transport in the Parabhag 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purnia to Parabhag is about 21 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 Parabhag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parabhag 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parabhag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parabhag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parabhag
Where is Parabhag located?
Parabhag village is located in Dagarua Subdivision, Purnia district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parabhag?
The Gram Panchayat of Parabhag is Kohila.
What is the pincode of Parabhag?
The pincode of Parabhag is 854326.
What is the population of Parabhag?
Parabhag had a total population of 232, including 123 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Parabhag?
Parabhag had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parabhag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parabhag was 33.33%. Male literacy was 41.00% and female literacy was 24.72%.