Parasia - Bishungarh, Hazaribagh
Parasia is a village situated in the Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnugarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Narki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasia is 368480. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 825315 pincode.
Parasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parasia
According to the 2011 Census, Parasia village had a total population of 70 people, including 35 males and 35 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 53.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barki Narki | South | 1.46 km |
| Rangamati | North | 1.79 km |
| Gajhandih | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Narki Kurd | South | 3.08 km |
| Kharki | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Bartua | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Kari Khurd | West | 4.08 km |
| Alkilwa | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Kurknalo | South-West | 4.48 km |
| Kausi | South-East | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parasia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Parasia. The nearest railway station is Gumia, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hazaribagh to Parasia 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 >10 km |
FAQs about Parasia
Where is Parasia located?
Parasia village is located in Bishungarh Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasia is Narki.
What is the pincode of Parasia?
The pincode of Parasia is 825315.
What is the population of Parasia?
Parasia had a total population of 70, including 35 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Parasia?
Parasia had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasia was 67.86%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 53.57%.