Parsa - Albert Ekka(Jari), Gumla
Parsa is a village situated in the Albert Ekka(Jari) subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Albert Ekka Jari and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Jarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsa is 376215. The village covers a total geographical area of 531 hectares and falls under the 835206 pincode.
Parsa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsa
According to the 2011 Census, Parsa village had a total population of 731 people, including 383 males and 348 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.75%, with male literacy at 60.94% and female literacy at 44.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 214.
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 | 731 | 383 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 86 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 214 | 106 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 181 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 202 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Parsa
Parsa 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 Parsa
Parsa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gumla to Parsa is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 2-5 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 Albert Ekka(Jari) Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsa is Jarda.
What is the pincode of Parsa?
The pincode of Parsa is 835206.
What is the population of Parsa?
Parsa had a total population of 731, including 383 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Parsa?
Parsa had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsa was 52.75%. Male literacy was 60.94% and female literacy was 44.21%.