Parosa - Gormi, Bhind
Parosa is a village situated in the Gormi tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gormi and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Parosa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parosa is 453249. The village covers a total geographical area of 586.05 hectares and falls under the 477660 pincode. Gormi is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Parosa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parosa
As per Census 2011, Parosa village has a total population of 2,852 people, consisting of 1,554 males and 1,298 females. The village has 470 households and a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males. There are 419 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,777 literate and 1,075 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parosa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,852 | 1,554 | 1,298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 217 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,777 | 1,113 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,075 | 441 | 634 |
Nearby Villages of Parosa
Parosa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tejpura | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Kalyanpura | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Kot | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Tikri(gormi) | West | 2.92 km |
| Prathvipura | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Raupura | South | 3.13 km |
| Guliyapura | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Rajgadhiya | South-East | 4.15 km |
| Sukand | North | 4.28 km |
| Sikroda | South-West | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parosa
Parosa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sondha Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gormi to Parosa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Parosa is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parosa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parosa 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 Parosa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parosa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parosa
Where is Parosa located?
Parosa village is located in Gormi Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parosa?
Parosa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parosa?
The pincode of Parosa is 477660.
What is the population of Parosa?
Parosa has a total population of 2,852, including 1,554 males and 1,298 females.
How many households are there in Parosa?
There are 470 households in Parosa.
What is the literacy rate in Parosa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parosa is 62.31%. Male literacy is 71.62% and female literacy is 51.16%.