Persa - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Persa is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Parsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Persa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Persa is 177799. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.7 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Dumaria Ganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Persa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Persa
According to the 2011 Census, Persa village had a total population of 958 people, including 445 males and 513 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.87%, with male literacy at 72.65% and female literacy at 49.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225.
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 | 958 | 445 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 105 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 107 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 247 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 198 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Persa
Persa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Persa
Persa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Dumaria Ganj to Persa is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Persa is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Persa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Persa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Persa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Persa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Persa
Where is Persa located?
Persa village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Persa?
The Gram Panchayat of Persa is Parsa.
What is the pincode of Persa?
The pincode of Persa is 272192.
What is the population of Persa?
Persa had a total population of 958, including 445 males and 513 females.
How many households are there in Persa?
Persa had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Persa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Persa was 59.87%. Male literacy was 72.65% and female literacy was 49.52%.