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
According to the 2011 Census, Parsia village had a total population of 1,021 people, including 506 males and 515 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.92%, with male literacy at 86.65% and female literacy at 65.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 1,021 | 506 | 515 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,021, including 506 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Parsia?
Parsia had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsia was 75.92%. Male literacy was 86.65% and female literacy was 65.58%.