Parsa - Mahagama, Godda
Parsa is a village situated in the Mahagama subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagama and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Parsa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsa is 356531. The village covers a total geographical area of 414.28 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Parsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahagama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsa
As per Census 2011, Parsa village has a total population of 6,101 people, consisting of 3,186 males and 2,915 females. The village has 1,016 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,293 literate and 3,808 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,101 | 3,186 | 2,915 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,343 | 691 | 652 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 197 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,293 | 1,526 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,808 | 1,660 | 2,148 |
Nearby Villages of Parsa
Parsa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bishundas Chak | South | 1.40 km |
| Baradbara | East | 1.48 km |
| Beldiha | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Pararia | West | 1.75 km |
| Koila | North | 1.90 km |
| Bishunpur | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Chengai | South | 1.96 km |
| Chengai Kita | South | 2.02 km |
| Bhaju Chak | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Afzal Kita | South-East | 2.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsa
Parsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghoga, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Parsa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parsa
Where is Parsa located?
Parsa village is located in Mahagama Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsa?
Parsa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parsa?
The pincode of Parsa is 814155.
What is the population of Parsa?
Parsa has a total population of 6,101, including 3,186 males and 2,915 females.
How many households are there in Parsa?
There are 1,016 households in Parsa.
What is the literacy rate in Parsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsa is 37.58%. Male literacy is 47.90% and female literacy is 26.31%.