Parasia - Darauli, Siwan
Parasia is a village situated in the Darauli subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darauli and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Karom serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasia is 232265. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Parasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Parasia
According to the 2011 Census, Parasia village had a total population of 962 people, including 500 males and 462 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 86.44% and female literacy at 60.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 962 | 500 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 87 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 357 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 143 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Parasia
Parasia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumar Chhapra | North-West | 0.74 km |
| Majhaulia | South | 0.81 km |
| Barheya Punak | South-East | 1.04 km |
| English | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Khap Pataua | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Sham Bodi | South | 1.29 km |
| Pataua Buzurg | West | 1.49 km |
| Sitalpura | North | 1.53 km |
| Labhri | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Siswa Khurd | North-West | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parasia
Public transport in the Parasia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mairwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mairwa to Parasia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Parasia is about 30 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 Parasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parasia
Where is Parasia located?
Parasia village is located in Darauli Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasia is Karom.
What is the pincode of Parasia?
The pincode of Parasia is 841239.
What is the population of Parasia?
Parasia had a total population of 962, including 500 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Parasia?
Parasia had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasia was 74.27%. Male literacy was 86.44% and female literacy was 60.90%.