Parasia - Rajpur, Rohtas
Parasia is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Parariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasia is 251484. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 802219 pincode. Bikramganj is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Parasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parasia
According to the 2011 Census, Parasia village had a total population of 945 people, including 501 males and 444 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.90%, with male literacy at 81.11% and female literacy at 59.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245.
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 | 945 | 501 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 104 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 128 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 322 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 179 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Parasia
Parasia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Eghara | South-West | 0.76 km |
| Baraicha | North | 0.87 km |
| Baranw | North-West | 0.99 km |
| Mahuari | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Baghaila | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Karmahi | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Pararia | North | 1.80 km |
| Chand Simarhat | East | 1.83 km |
| Karan | West | 2.03 km |
| Chhanha | East | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parasia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Parasia. The nearest railway station is Garhnokha, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bikramganj to Parasia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Parasia is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasia 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 Parasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasia 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 Parasia
Where is Parasia located?
Parasia village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasia is Parariya.
What is the pincode of Parasia?
The pincode of Parasia is 802219.
What is the population of Parasia?
Parasia had a total population of 945, including 501 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Parasia?
Parasia had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasia was 70.90%. Male literacy was 81.11% and female literacy was 59.84%.