Paraspur - Utraula, Balrampur
Paraspur is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Belai Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraspur is 173865. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.88 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paraspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraspur
According to the 2011 Census, Paraspur village had a total population of 689 people, including 335 males and 354 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.77%, with male literacy at 64.98% and female literacy at 51.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 689 | 335 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 68 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 180 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 155 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Paraspur
Paraspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belai Bujurg | East | 0.95 km |
| Khaprail | West | 1.02 km |
| Peher | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Ranipur | South-East | 1.36 km |
| Ahiraula Nagawa | North | 1.64 km |
| Pipraramchander | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Poopah Dever | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Majhaua Kand | East | 2.13 km |
| Jafrabad | South | 2.20 km |
| Gokula Mafee | South-East | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paraspur
Public transport in the Paraspur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gainjahwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Utraula to Paraspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Paraspur is about 38 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 Paraspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraspur 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 Paraspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paraspur
Where is Paraspur located?
Paraspur village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraspur is Belai Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Paraspur?
The pincode of Paraspur is 271306.
What is the population of Paraspur?
Paraspur had a total population of 689, including 335 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Paraspur?
Paraspur had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraspur was 57.77%. Male literacy was 64.98% and female literacy was 51.01%.