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
As per Census 2011, Paraspura village has a total population of 869 people, consisting of 463 males and 406 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 420 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paraspura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 869 | 463 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 420 | 223 | 197 |
| 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 has a total population of 869, including 463 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Paraspura?
There are 139 households in Paraspura.
What is the literacy rate in Paraspura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraspura is 63.64%. Male literacy is 71.49% and female literacy is 54.68%.