Parasurampur - Haldwani, Nainital
Parasurampur is a village situated in the Haldwani tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Haldwani and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chorgaliya Aamkhera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Parasurampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parasurampur is 055272. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.61 hectares and falls under the 263139 pincode. Haldwani is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Parasurampur 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 Haldwani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parasurampur
According to the 2011 Census, Parasurampur village had a total population of 159 people, including 83 males and 76 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.94%, with male literacy at 93.15% and female literacy at 82.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Parasurampur
Parasurampur 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 Parasurampur
Parasurampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Haldwani to Parasurampur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Parasurampur is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Parasurampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parasurampur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Parasurampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parasurampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Parasurampur
Where is Parasurampur located?
Parasurampur village is located in Haldwani Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Parasurampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Parasurampur is Chorgaliya Aamkhera.
What is the pincode of Parasurampur?
The pincode of Parasurampur is 263139.
What is the population of Parasurampur?
Parasurampur had a total population of 159, including 83 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Parasurampur?
Parasurampur had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parasurampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parasurampur was 87.94%. Male literacy was 93.15% and female literacy was 82.35%.