Parsa - Amnour, Saran
Parsa is a village situated in the Amnour subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amnour and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Parsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsa is 233985. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 841311 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsa
As per Census 2011, Parsa village has a total population of 3,059 people, consisting of 1,531 males and 1,528 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 531 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,656 literate and 1,403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,059 | 1,531 | 1,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 531 | 273 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 167 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,656 | 1,013 | 643 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,403 | 518 | 885 |
Nearby Villages of Parsa
Parsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harpur | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Jogini | South | 0.94 km |
| Panre Tola | South-East | 0.97 km |
| Jafarpur | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Jhaua Patti | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Nawada | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Chak Man | North | 1.55 km |
| Basantpur | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Katsa | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Hingua | East | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsa
Parsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panchpatia Deoria Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Marhaura to Parsa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Parsa is about 32 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 Parsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsa 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parsa
Where is Parsa located?
Parsa village is located in Amnour Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsa?
Parsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parsa?
The pincode of Parsa is 841311.
What is the population of Parsa?
Parsa has a total population of 3,059, including 1,531 males and 1,528 females.
How many households are there in Parsa?
There are 473 households in Parsa.
What is the literacy rate in Parsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsa is 54.14%. Male literacy is 66.17% and female literacy is 42.08%.