Parasia - Gola, Gorakhpur
Parasia is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Parasia Mishr serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasia is 187831. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.39 hectares and falls under the 273402 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Parasia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Parasia
According to the 2011 Census, Parasia village had a total population of 842 people, including 434 males and 408 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.88%, with male literacy at 93.12% and female literacy at 72.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 252.
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 | 842 | 434 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 134 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 352 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 82 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Parasia
Parasia 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 Parasia
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Parasia.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Parasia is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Parasia is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parasia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasia 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Parasia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parasia
Where is Parasia located?
Parasia village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parasia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasia is Parasia Mishr.
What is the pincode of Parasia?
The pincode of Parasia is 273402.
What is the population of Parasia?
Parasia had a total population of 842, including 434 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Parasia?
Parasia had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasia was 82.88%. Male literacy was 93.12% and female literacy was 72.25%.