Parsia - Marihan, Mirzapur
Parsia is a village situated in the Marihan tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marihan and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Kanhaipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parsia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parsia is 212187. The village covers a total geographical area of 3527.74 hectares and falls under the 231309 pincode.
Parsia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Parsia
As per Census 2011, Parsia village has a total population of 233 people, consisting of 120 males and 113 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 95 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parsia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233 | 120 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 58 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 62 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Parsia
Parsia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tulasipur | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Oberadih | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Barauha | West | 1.54 km |
| Raikal | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Geruahi | North | 2.07 km |
| Sam Sadia | South-West | 2.15 km |
| Bharehata | South | 2.17 km |
| Chhivlaha | West | 2.26 km |
| Kanhaipur | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Rampur Atari | North-West | 2.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parsia
Parsia 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 Mirzapur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mirzapur to Parsia is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parsia
Where is Parsia located?
Parsia village is located in Marihan Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parsia?
The Gram Panchayat of Parsia is Kanhaipur.
What is the pincode of Parsia?
The pincode of Parsia is 231309.
What is the population of Parsia?
Parsia has a total population of 233, including 120 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Parsia?
There are 32 households in Parsia.
What is the literacy rate in Parsia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parsia is 40.77%. Male literacy is 48.33% and female literacy is 32.74%.