Parsauna - Parsa, Saran
Parsauna is a village situated in the Parsa subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Parsauna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsauna is 234121. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.54 hectares and falls under the 841219 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Parsauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parsa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Saran Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsauna
As per Census 2011, Parsauna village has a total population of 8,333 people, consisting of 4,391 males and 3,942 females. The village has 1,142 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,634 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,252 literate and 5,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsauna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,333 | 4,391 | 3,942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,634 | 842 | 792 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,180 | 648 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 3,252 | 2,061 | 1,191 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,081 | 2,330 | 2,751 |
Nearby Villages of Parsauna
Parsauna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Jalal | South-West | 0.55 km |
| Karam Chak | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Bajdahia | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Dewti | West | 1.71 km |
| Parsadi | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Barwa | East | 2.05 km |
| Itwa | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Chakiya | North | 2.56 km |
| Bahar Marar | West | 2.56 km |
| Edilpur | East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsauna
Parsauna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nayagaon, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chapra to Parsauna is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Parsauna is about 40 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 Parsauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsauna 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 Parsauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsauna 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Parsauna
Where is Parsauna located?
Parsauna village is located in Parsa Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsauna?
Parsauna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parsauna?
The pincode of Parsauna is 841219.
What is the population of Parsauna?
Parsauna has a total population of 8,333, including 4,391 males and 3,942 females.
How many households are there in Parsauna?
There are 1,142 households in Parsauna.
What is the literacy rate in Parsauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsauna is 39.03%. Male literacy is 46.94% and female literacy is 30.21%.