Parsurampur - Mahanga, Cuttack
Parsurampur is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Mahanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsurampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsurampur is 399535. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 754206 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Parsurampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsurampur
According to the 2011 Census, Parsurampur village had a total population of 593 people, including 298 males and 295 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.91%, with male literacy at 89.49% and female literacy at 78.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205.
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 | 593 | 298 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 97 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 247 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 51 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Parsurampur
Parsurampur 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 Parsurampur
Parsurampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Parsurampur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Parsurampur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsurampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsurampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Parsurampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsurampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Parsurampur
Where is Parsurampur located?
Parsurampur village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parsurampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsurampur is Mahanga.
What is the pincode of Parsurampur?
The pincode of Parsurampur is 754206.
What is the population of Parsurampur?
Parsurampur had a total population of 593, including 298 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Parsurampur?
Parsurampur had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsurampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsurampur was 83.91%. Male literacy was 89.49% and female literacy was 78.23%.