Parsurampur - Parsauni, Sitamarhi
Parsurampur is a village situated in the Parsauni subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parsauni and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Parsurampur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsurampur is 219409. The village covers a total geographical area of 782 hectares and falls under the 847102 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Parsurampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsurampur
As per Census 2011, Parsurampur village has a total population of 11,119 people, consisting of 5,954 males and 5,165 females. The village has 2,471 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,095 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,745 literate and 6,374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsurampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,119 | 5,954 | 5,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,095 | 1,106 | 989 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,547 | 819 | 728 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,745 | 3,015 | 1,730 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,374 | 2,939 | 3,435 |
Nearby Villages of Parsurampur
Parsurampur 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 Parsurampur
Parsurampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sitamarhi to Parsurampur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Parsurampur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parsurampur
Where is Parsurampur located?
Parsurampur village is located in Parsauni Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsurampur?
Parsurampur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parsurampur?
The pincode of Parsurampur is 847102.
What is the population of Parsurampur?
Parsurampur has a total population of 11,119, including 5,954 males and 5,165 females.
How many households are there in Parsurampur?
There are 2,471 households in Parsurampur.
What is the literacy rate in Parsurampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsurampur is 42.67%. Male literacy is 50.64% and female literacy is 33.49%.