Parsottampur - Lalganj, Azamgarh
Parsottampur is a village situated in the Lalganj tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lalganj and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Lalmau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsottampur is 195645. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.59 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 263 km away.
Parsottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsottampur
According to the 2011 Census, Parsottampur village had a total population of 211 people, including 103 males and 108 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.68%, with male literacy at 91.40% and female literacy at 72.45%.
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 | 211 | 103 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 18 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Parsottampur
Parsottampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maindipur | North-West | 0.57 km |
| Lalmau | South | 0.61 km |
| Parsinia | North-East | 0.81 km |
| Kusarana | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Banarasi Gopalpur | North | 0.94 km |
| Chakia Kasrawal | West | 1.20 km |
| Mahuwapar | North | 1.44 km |
| Mubarakpur | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Khanpur | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Mehnajpur | South-West | 1.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsottampur
Parsottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dudhaunda, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Parsottampur is about 263 km, with a usual travel time of around ~7.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Parsottampur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsottampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Parsottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsottampur 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 Parsottampur
Where is Parsottampur located?
Parsottampur village is located in Lalganj Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parsottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsottampur is Lalmau.
What is the pincode of Parsottampur?
The pincode of Parsottampur is 276204.
What is the population of Parsottampur?
Parsottampur had a total population of 211, including 103 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Parsottampur?
Parsottampur had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsottampur was 81.68%. Male literacy was 91.40% and female literacy was 72.45%.