Parsa - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Parsa is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Parsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsa is 219150. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.4 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Parsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsa
According to the 2011 Census, Parsa village had a total population of 7,177 people, including 3,700 males and 3,477 females, living in 1,331 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.89%, with male literacy at 56.34% and female literacy at 40.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 581.
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 | 7,177 | 3,700 | 3,477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,401 | 665 | 736 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 581 | 307 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,824 | 1,710 | 1,114 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,353 | 1,990 | 2,363 |
Nearby Villages of Parsa
Parsa 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 Parsa
Public transport in the Parsa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sitamarhi to Parsa is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parsa
Where is Parsa located?
Parsa village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi 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 843324.
What is the population of Parsa?
Parsa had a total population of 7,177, including 3,700 males and 3,477 females.
How many households are there in Parsa?
Parsa had 1,331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsa was 48.89%. Male literacy was 56.34% and female literacy was 40.64%.