Parri - Sursand, Sitamarhi
Parri is a village situated in the Sursand subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sursand and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Amana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parri is 219237. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.15 hectares and falls under the 843331 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Parri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parri
According to the 2011 Census, Parri village had a total population of 1,107 people, including 581 males and 526 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.18%, with male literacy at 58.42% and female literacy at 32.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 1,107 | 581 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 112 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 274 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 307 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Parri
Parri 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 Parri
Parri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitamarhi to Parri is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parri 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Parri
Where is Parri located?
Parri village is located in Sursand Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parri?
The Gram Panchayat of Parri is Amana.
What is the pincode of Parri?
The pincode of Parri is 843331.
What is the population of Parri?
Parri had a total population of 1,107, including 581 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Parri?
Parri had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parri was 46.18%. Male literacy was 58.42% and female literacy was 32.54%.