Parewa - Mahishi, Saharsa
Parewa is a village situated in the Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahishi and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Saharsa. Mahisarho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parewa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parewa is 226369. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 852216 pincode. Saharsa is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Parewa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahishi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madhepura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parewa
As per Census 2011, Parewa village has a total population of 202 people, consisting of 106 males and 96 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parewa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 105 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 49 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 57 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Parewa
Parewa 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 Parewa
Parewa 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 >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 Saharsa to Parewa is about 19 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 Parewa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parewa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parewa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parewa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parewa
Where is Parewa located?
Parewa village is located in Mahishi Subdivision, Saharsa district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parewa?
The Gram Panchayat of Parewa is Mahisarho.
What is the pincode of Parewa?
The pincode of Parewa is 852216.
What is the population of Parewa?
Parewa has a total population of 202, including 106 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Parewa?
There are 42 households in Parewa.
What is the literacy rate in Parewa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parewa is 32.18%. Male literacy is 46.23% and female literacy is 16.67%.