Parsia - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Parsia is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Parsia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsia is 187021. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.03 hectares and falls under the 273406 pincode.
Parsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parsia
As per Census 2011, Parsia village has a total population of 1,021 people, consisting of 506 males and 515 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 684 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,021 | 506 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 684 | 383 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 123 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Parsia
Parsia 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 Parsia
Parsia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Parsia is about 28 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 Parsia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parsia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Parsia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parsia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parsia
Where is Parsia located?
Parsia village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsia?
Parsia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parsia?
The pincode of Parsia is 273406.
What is the population of Parsia?
Parsia has a total population of 1,021, including 506 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Parsia?
There are 152 households in Parsia.
What is the literacy rate in Parsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsia is 66.99%. Male literacy is 75.69% and female literacy is 58.45%.