Paras Khand - Kasya, Kushinagar
Paras Khand is a village situated in the Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasya and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Paras Khand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paras Khand is 189170. The village covers a total geographical area of 1.27 hectares and falls under the 274402 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Paras Khand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paras Khand
As per Census 2011, Paras Khand village has a total population of 3,062 people, consisting of 1,550 males and 1,512 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 449 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,843 literate and 1,219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paras Khand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,062 | 1,550 | 1,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 449 | 232 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 138 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,843 | 1,100 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,219 | 450 | 769 |
Nearby Villages of Paras Khand
Paras Khand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Judawaniya | North-West | 1.15 km |
| Pipri | West | 1.38 km |
| Sisia | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Bishunpur Magurahi | East | 1.48 km |
| Bisambhapur | South-East | 1.55 km |
| Diguwa Khurd | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Parsahwa | North | 1.71 km |
| Dumari | South | 1.85 km |
| Ambarpur | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Sonbarsa | South-East | 2.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paras Khand
Paras Khand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ramkola, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Paras Khand is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paras Khand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paras Khand 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Paras Khand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paras Khand 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Paras Khand
Where is Paras Khand located?
Paras Khand village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paras Khand?
Paras Khand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paras Khand?
The pincode of Paras Khand is 274402.
What is the population of Paras Khand?
Paras Khand has a total population of 3,062, including 1,550 males and 1,512 females.
How many households are there in Paras Khand?
There are 425 households in Paras Khand.
What is the literacy rate in Paras Khand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paras Khand is 60.19%. Male literacy is 70.97% and female literacy is 49.14%.