Parasa Tola - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Parasa Tola is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Pokhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasa Tola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasa Tola is 214338. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.04 hectares and falls under the 231208 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 128 km away.
Parasa Tola 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 Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parasa Tola
According to the 2011 Census, Parasa Tola village had a total population of 363 people, including 182 males and 181 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.71%, with male literacy at 33.57% and female literacy at 11.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 281.
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 | 363 | 182 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 133 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 47 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 135 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Parasa Tola
Parasa Tola 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 Parasa Tola
Parasa Tola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Parasa Tola is about 128 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parasa Tola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasa Tola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parasa Tola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasa Tola 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Parasa Tola
Where is Parasa Tola located?
Parasa Tola village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parasa Tola?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasa Tola is Pokhara.
What is the pincode of Parasa Tola?
The pincode of Parasa Tola is 231208.
What is the population of Parasa Tola?
Parasa Tola had a total population of 363, including 182 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Parasa Tola?
Parasa Tola had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasa Tola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasa Tola was 22.71%. Male literacy was 33.57% and female literacy was 11.28%.