Parsel

Parsel is a village located in Shahpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from district headquarter Shahpur. Shahpur is the sub-district headquarter of Parsel village. As per 2009 stats, Parei is the gram panchayat of Parsel village.

Parsel has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Parsel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parsel is 009425. The village spans a total geographical area of 50.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176208. Kangra is nearest town to Parsel village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Parsel village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Parsel

Below is a concise population overview of Parsel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 278 138 140
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 12 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 6 4
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 203 110 93
Illiterate Population 75 28 47

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Parsel village:

  • The total population of Parsel village is around 278, including approximately 138 males and 140 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Parsel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Parsel village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Parsel village is about 73.02%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 66.43%.
  • There are around 61 households in Parsel village.

Connectivity of Parsel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parsel. As per the 2011 stats, Parsel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Parsel

Knowing the nearby villages of Parsel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parsel.

Frequently Asked Questions about Parsel

Where is Parsel located?
Parsel village is situated in Shahpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsel?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsel is Parei (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Parsel?
The pincode of Parsel is 176208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Parsel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parsel is 278, with 138 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Parsel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parsel village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parsel is 73.02%. The male literacy rate is 79.71%, while the female literacy rate is 66.43%.