Parsota - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Parsota is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Parsota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsota is 031883. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 144528 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Parsota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsota
According to the 2011 Census, Parsota village had a total population of 472 people, including 242 males and 230 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.39%, with male literacy at 87.68% and female literacy at 72.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 391.
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 | 472 | 242 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 391 | 202 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 185 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 57 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Parsota
Parsota 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 Parsota
Parsota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Parsota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Parsota is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parsota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsota 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 Parsota
Where is Parsota located?
Parsota village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsota?
Parsota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parsota?
The pincode of Parsota is 144528.
What is the population of Parsota?
Parsota had a total population of 472, including 242 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Parsota?
Parsota had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsota was 80.39%. Male literacy was 87.68% and female literacy was 72.77%.