Parsoopur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Parsoopur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Rasepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsoopur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsoopur is 195963. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.17 hectares and falls under the 276123 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Parsoopur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsoopur
According to the 2011 Census, Parsoopur village had a total population of 217 people, including 109 males and 108 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.28%, with male literacy at 83.52% and female literacy at 59.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 76 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 33 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Parsoopur
Parsoopur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Farhad Chak | South-East | 0.60 km |
| Shahpur Kanoongo | North-West | 0.61 km |
| Chaknasia | North-West | 0.84 km |
| Dhanehari | South-West | 0.96 km |
| Bedia | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Bheryaghar | North-East | 1.04 km |
| Karayal | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Rasapur | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Todarpur | West | 1.62 km |
| Haraura | South | 1.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsoopur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Parsoopur. The nearest railway station is Dullahapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Parsoopur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Parsoopur is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parsoopur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsoopur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parsoopur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsoopur 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 Parsoopur
Where is Parsoopur located?
Parsoopur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parsoopur?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsoopur is Rasepur.
What is the pincode of Parsoopur?
The pincode of Parsoopur is 276123.
What is the population of Parsoopur?
Parsoopur had a total population of 217, including 109 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Parsoopur?
Parsoopur had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsoopur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsoopur was 71.28%. Male literacy was 83.52% and female literacy was 59.79%.