Persia - Chunar, Mirzapur
Persia is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Rupaudha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Persia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Persia is 212492. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.81 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Persia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Persia
According to the 2011 Census, Persia village had a total population of 730 people, including 390 males and 340 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.16%, with male literacy at 89.09% and female literacy at 78.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 730 | 390 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 60 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 526 | 294 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 96 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Persia
Persia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramjipur | North-West | 0.92 km |
| Begpur | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Chak Bahelia | South | 1.28 km |
| Rupaidha | East | 1.31 km |
| Phattepur | West | 1.58 km |
| Belwari | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Bhopati | North | 1.63 km |
| Agarsand | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Pratap Pur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Barjiwanpur | North | 1.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Persia
The nearest railway station is Ahraura Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirzapur to Persia is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Persia is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Persia
Where is Persia located?
Persia village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Persia?
The Gram Panchayat of Persia is Rupaudha.
What is the pincode of Persia?
The pincode of Persia is 231304.
What is the population of Persia?
Persia had a total population of 730, including 390 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Persia?
Persia had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Persia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Persia was 84.16%. Male literacy was 89.09% and female literacy was 78.64%.