Parsurampur - Parsa, Saran
Parsurampur is a village situated in the Parsa subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsa and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Anjani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsurampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsurampur is 234075. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.2 hectares and falls under the 841219 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Parsurampur 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 Parsurampur
According to the 2011 Census, Parsurampur village had a total population of 815 people, including 404 males and 411 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.08%, with male literacy at 76.60% and female literacy at 46.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 259.
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 | 815 | 404 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 115 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 252 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 152 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Parsurampur
Parsurampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bedaulia | West | 0.71 km |
| Babhangawan | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Sikti | North | 0.94 km |
| Pokharpur | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Fatehpur | East | 1.17 km |
| Mathia | North | 1.53 km |
| Asgharpur | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Uttampur | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Sirampur | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Harpur Parsa | South | 1.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsurampur
Parsurampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sitalpur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Parsurampur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Parsurampur 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 Parsurampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsurampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Parsurampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsurampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parsurampur
Where is Parsurampur located?
Parsurampur village is located in Parsa Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsurampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsurampur is Anjani.
What is the pincode of Parsurampur?
The pincode of Parsurampur is 841219.
What is the population of Parsurampur?
Parsurampur had a total population of 815, including 404 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Parsurampur?
Parsurampur had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsurampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsurampur was 61.08%. Male literacy was 76.60% and female literacy was 46.02%.