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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Persia village has a total population of 730 people, consisting of 390 males and 340 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 526 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Persia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 730 | 390 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 60 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| 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 has a total population of 730, including 390 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Persia?
There are 125 households in Persia.
What is the literacy rate in Persia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Persia is 72.05%. Male literacy is 75.38% and female literacy is 68.24%.