Parsota
Parsota is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Parsota village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Parsota unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Parsota’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Parsota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parsota is 031883. The village spans a total geographical area of 77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146102. Garhshankar is nearest town to Parsota village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Parsota
Population of Parsota
According to the 2011 Census, Parsota has a total population of about 472, with approximately 242 males and 230 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 391 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.34%, with male literacy at about 76.45% and female literacy near 63.91%. There are around 98 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parsota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 332 | 185 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 57 | 83 |
Connectivity of Parsota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parsota. As per the 2011 stats, Parsota had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Parsota
Knowing the nearby villages of Parsota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parsota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parsota
- Where is Parsota located?
- Parsota village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parsota?
- Parsota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Parsota?
- The pincode of Parsota is 146102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Parsota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parsota is 472, with 242 males and 230 females.
- How many households are there in Parsota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parsota village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parsota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parsota is 70.34%. The male literacy rate is 76.45%, while the female literacy rate is 63.91%.