Parsodih - Ketar*, Garhwa
Parsodih is a village situated in the Ketar* subdivision of Garhwa district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ketar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Garhwa. Parsodih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsodih is 347203. The village covers a total geographical area of 529 hectares and falls under the 822112 pincode.
Parsodih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsodih
As per Census 2011, Parsodih village has a total population of 2,622 people, consisting of 1,375 males and 1,247 females. The village has 594 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 435 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,235 literate and 1,387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsodih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,622 | 1,375 | 1,247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 235 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,299 | 690 | 609 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,235 | 797 | 438 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,387 | 578 | 809 |
Nearby Villages of Parsodih
Parsodih 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 Parsodih
Parsodih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Garhwa to Parsodih is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsodih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsodih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parsodih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsodih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parsodih
Where is Parsodih located?
Parsodih village is located in Ketar* Subdivision, Garhwa district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsodih?
Parsodih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parsodih?
The pincode of Parsodih is 822112.
What is the population of Parsodih?
Parsodih has a total population of 2,622, including 1,375 males and 1,247 females.
How many households are there in Parsodih?
There are 594 households in Parsodih.
What is the literacy rate in Parsodih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsodih is 47.10%. Male literacy is 57.96% and female literacy is 35.12%.