Parasia - Mairwa, Siwan
Parasia is a village situated in the Mairwa subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mairwa and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Babhanauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasia is 232132. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 841239 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 3 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 1,371 people, including 739 males and 632 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.61%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 59.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 1,371 | 739 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 116 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 546 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 193 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Parasia
Parasia 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 Parasia
Parasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Parasia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mairwa to Parasia is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Parasia is about 24 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 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Parasia
Where is Parasia located?
Parasia village is located in Mairwa Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasia is Babhanauli.
What is the pincode of Parasia?
The pincode of Parasia is 841239.
What is the population of Parasia?
Parasia had a total population of 1,371, including 739 males and 632 females.
How many households are there in Parasia?
Parasia had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasia was 74.61%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 59.44%.