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 Mukhiya 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
According to the 2011 Census, Parsauna village had a total population of 8,333 people, including 4,391 males and 3,942 females, living in 1,142 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.54%, with male literacy at 58.07% and female literacy at 37.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,180.
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 | 8,333 | 4,391 | 3,942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,634 | 842 | 792 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,180 | 648 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 8,333, including 4,391 males and 3,942 females.
How many households are there in Parsauna?
Parsauna had 1,142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsauna was 48.54%. Male literacy was 58.07% and female literacy was 37.81%.