Paraspura - Harraiya, Basti
Paraspura is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Paraspura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraspura is 180305. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.95 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Kaptanganj is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Paraspura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paraspura
According to the 2011 Census, Paraspura village had a total population of 869 people, including 463 males and 406 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.15%, with male literacy at 82.13% and female literacy at 62.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 420.
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 | 869 | 463 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 223 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 331 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 132 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Paraspura
Paraspura 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 Paraspura
Paraspura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Paraspura.
| 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 | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaptanganj to Paraspura is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Paraspura is about 18 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 Paraspura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraspura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paraspura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraspura 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paraspura
Where is Paraspura located?
Paraspura village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paraspura?
Paraspura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paraspura?
The pincode of Paraspura is 272131.
What is the population of Paraspura?
Paraspura had a total population of 869, including 463 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Paraspura?
Paraspura had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraspura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraspura was 73.15%. Male literacy was 82.13% and female literacy was 62.89%.