Parasin - Shahganj, Jaunpur
Parasin is a village situated in the Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Parasin village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasin is 200207. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.03 hectares and falls under the 223103 pincode.
Parasin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jaunpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parasin
According to the 2011 Census, Parasin village had a total population of 2,159 people, including 1,105 males and 1,054 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.92%, with male literacy at 86.28% and female literacy at 60.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 702.
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 | 2,159 | 1,105 | 1,054 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 165 | 157 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 702 | 365 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,358 | 811 | 547 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 294 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Parasin
Parasin 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Chaukhanda | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Madraha | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Sheorazpur | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Bahoranpur | West | 1.30 km |
| Golhagaor | South | 1.43 km |
| Chhabawan | East | 1.43 km |
| Umariya | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Kopa | North | 1.58 km |
| Muzaffarpur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Godila | South | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parasin
Parasin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bilwai, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Parasin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasin 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parasin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Parasin
Where is Parasin located?
Parasin village is located in Shahganj Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parasin?
Parasin is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Parasin?
The pincode of Parasin is 223103.
What is the population of Parasin?
Parasin had a total population of 2,159, including 1,105 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Parasin?
Parasin had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasin was 73.92%. Male literacy was 86.28% and female literacy was 60.98%.