Parshuram Alias Podi - Ramanujnagar, Surajpur
Parshuram Alias Podi is a village situated in the Ramanujnagar tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Ramanujnagar and around 65 km from Ambikapur. Parsurampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parshuram Alias Podi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parshuram Alias Podi is 432851. The village covers a total geographical area of 1094.11 hectares and falls under the 497333 pincode. Surajpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Parshuram Alias Podi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parshuram Alias Podi
As per Census 2011, Parshuram Alias Podi village has a total population of 3,261 people, consisting of 1,600 males and 1,661 females. The village has 773 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,437 literate and 1,824 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,982 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parshuram Alias Podi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,261 | 1,600 | 1,661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 308 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 230 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,982 | 959 | 1,023 |
| Literate Population | 1,437 | 786 | 651 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,824 | 814 | 1,010 |
Nearby Villages of Parshuram Alias Podi
Parshuram Alias Podi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagannathpur | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Senduri | North | 2.79 km |
| Akshyapur | West | 2.83 km |
| Surata | South | 3.44 km |
| Patrapali | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Dwarikapur | West | 3.91 km |
| Sagarpur | North | 4.54 km |
| Rajapur | East | 4.98 km |
| Dawana | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Pampanagar | North-West | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parshuram Alias Podi
Parshuram Alias Podi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bishrampur, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Surajpur to Parshuram Alias Podi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Parshuram Alias Podi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parshuram Alias Podi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parshuram Alias Podi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parshuram Alias Podi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parshuram Alias Podi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Parshuram Alias Podi
Where is Parshuram Alias Podi located?
Parshuram Alias Podi village is located in Ramanujnagar Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parshuram Alias Podi?
The Gram Panchayat of Parshuram Alias Podi is Parsurampur.
What is the pincode of Parshuram Alias Podi?
The pincode of Parshuram Alias Podi is 497333.
What is the population of Parshuram Alias Podi?
Parshuram Alias Podi has a total population of 3,261, including 1,600 males and 1,661 females.
How many households are there in Parshuram Alias Podi?
There are 773 households in Parshuram Alias Podi.
What is the literacy rate in Parshuram Alias Podi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parshuram Alias Podi is 44.07%. Male literacy is 49.13% and female literacy is 39.19%.