Parsel - Badwara, Katni
Parsel is a village situated in the Badwara tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badwara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Parsel village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsel is 488394. The village covers a total geographical area of 992.9 hectares and falls under the 483773 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Parsel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsel
As per Census 2011, Parsel village has a total population of 2,593 people, consisting of 1,353 males and 1,240 females. The village has 633 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 445 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,426 literate and 1,167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,593 | 1,353 | 1,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 445 | 233 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 142 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,116 | 585 | 531 |
| Literate Population | 1,426 | 878 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,167 | 475 | 692 |
Nearby Villages of Parsel
Parsel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ahar | North | 2.03 km |
| Pansokhar | North-West | 2.09 km |
| Amajhal | South | 2.54 km |
| Bansa | East | 2.91 km |
| Luharwara | West | 2.97 km |
| Bhudsa | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Thaguwa | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Lamkana | North | 3.38 km |
| Muhgawan | West | 3.40 km |
| Chhaparwah | North-West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsel
Parsel is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chandia Road, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katni to Parsel is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsel 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Parsel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsel 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 Parsel
Where is Parsel located?
Parsel village is located in Badwara Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsel?
Parsel is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parsel?
The pincode of Parsel is 483773.
What is the population of Parsel?
Parsel has a total population of 2,593, including 1,353 males and 1,240 females.
How many households are there in Parsel?
There are 633 households in Parsel.
What is the literacy rate in Parsel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsel is 54.99%. Male literacy is 64.89% and female literacy is 44.19%.