Parshra - Pindra, Varanasi
Parshra is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. Parsara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parshra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parshra is 208583. The village covers a total geographical area of 324.82 hectares and falls under the 221206 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town.
Parshra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parshra
As per Census 2011, Parshra village has a total population of 2,525 people, consisting of 1,228 males and 1,297 females. The village has 384 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,692 literate and 833 illiterate residents. Additionally, 702 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Parshra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,525 | 1,228 | 1,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 201 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 702 | 354 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,692 | 933 | 759 |
| Illiterate Population | 833 | 295 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Parshra
Parshra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gajokhar | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Godiya | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Kusanw | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Bhaupur | North | 1.98 km |
| Prahaladpur | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Karkhiyaon | West | 2.51 km |
| Khalishpur | South | 2.55 km |
| Nadoy | East | 2.55 km |
| Katharawan | West | 2.65 km |
| Devji | South-East | 2.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Parshra
Parshra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalispur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Parshra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parshra 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Parshra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parshra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Parshra
Where is Parshra located?
Parshra village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parshra?
The Gram Panchayat of Parshra is Parsara.
What is the pincode of Parshra?
The pincode of Parshra is 221206.
What is the population of Parshra?
Parshra has a total population of 2,525, including 1,228 males and 1,297 females.
How many households are there in Parshra?
There are 384 households in Parshra.
What is the literacy rate in Parshra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parshra is 67.01%. Male literacy is 75.98% and female literacy is 58.52%.