Parsijot - Harraiya, Basti
Parsijot is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Beerpur Kharhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsijot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsijot is 179876. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.19 hectares and falls under the 272127 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Parsijot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsijot
According to the 2011 Census, Parsijot village had a total population of 119 people, including 58 males and 61 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.68%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 51.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 40 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 18 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Parsijot
Parsijot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharhara Upadhyay | South-West | 0.42 km |
| Lakhimpur | East | 0.59 km |
| Virpur Kharhara | West | 0.73 km |
| Parari Misra | North | 0.81 km |
| Lokaipur | South-East | 1.07 km |
| Jua | North-West | 1.08 km |
| Ghorsanye | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Barna | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Mundbara | East | 1.23 km |
| Karnai | South-West | 1.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsijot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Parsijot. The nearest railway station is Bilhar Ghat, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 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 Basti to Parsijot is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Parsijot is about 35 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 Parsijot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsijot 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 Parsijot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsijot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Parsijot
Where is Parsijot located?
Parsijot village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsijot?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsijot is Beerpur Kharhara.
What is the pincode of Parsijot?
The pincode of Parsijot is 272127.
What is the population of Parsijot?
Parsijot had a total population of 119, including 58 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Parsijot?
Parsijot had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsijot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsijot was 67.68%. Male literacy was 85.11% and female literacy was 51.92%.