Parasia - Suriya, Giridih
Parasia is a village situated in the Suriya subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Sariya and around 50 km from Giridih. Parsiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasia is 352500. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.03 hectares and falls under the 825320 pincode.
Parasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parasia
According to the 2011 Census, Parasia village had a total population of 3,820 people, including 1,996 males and 1,824 females, living in 553 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.46%, with male literacy at 69.58% and female literacy at 44.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 816, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 3,820 | 1,996 | 1,824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 635 | 326 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 816 | 419 | 397 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,830 | 1,162 | 668 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,990 | 834 | 1,156 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Modidih | North | 1.42 km |
| Lowabar | South | 1.93 km |
| Baheratanr | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Bagro | West | 2.35 km |
| Amnari | North | 3.17 km |
| Belgai | South | 3.37 km |
| Keshwari | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Tilabani | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Dhawaiyatand | North-West | 4.71 km |
| Akhena | South-West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parasia
Parasia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Keshwari, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parasia
Where is Parasia located?
Parasia village is located in Suriya Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasia is Parsiya.
What is the pincode of Parasia?
The pincode of Parasia is 825320.
What is the population of Parasia?
Parasia had a total population of 3,820, including 1,996 males and 1,824 females.
How many households are there in Parasia?
Parasia had 553 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasia was 57.46%. Male literacy was 69.58% and female literacy was 44.09%.